Heavy Equipment Technician, Grounds and Roads, Facilities Management

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Calgary is seeking a Full-time Heavy Equipment Technician in the Grounds unit to maintain campus mobile and stationary equipment. You will perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and inspections to ensure equipment reliability and safety for students and staff.

Under supervision, you will contribute to capital budget prep, maintenance scheduling, inventory control and log keeping, supporting campus operations and safety throughout all seasons.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Heavy Equipment Technician - Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic (Off Road) Journeyman Certification Program.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on mobile and stationary equipment including loaders, graders, backhoes, medium duty trucks, mowers and attachments.
• Perform repairs to mobile and stationary equipment and inspect for defects or required repairs.
• Supervise others involved in maintenance tasks and inform Supervisors of major repairs or replacements.
• Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to OH&S regulations.
• Assist in capital budget submission and in maintaining maintenance logs and records.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Heavy Equipment Technician Journeyman

Tools

ARCHIBUS Maintenance Management System

Job description

Description

The Department of Grounds and Roads within the Facilities Management is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Heavy Equipment Technician.

Operations and Maintenance (O&M), Grounds unit is responsible for the maintenance of the University campuses outdoor environment, including hard and soft landscaping activities. These activities typically range from; snow removal from roads, parking lots and sidewalks, grass cutting and trimming, irrigation system operation including maintenance and repairs, solid waste and recycling collection, road surface repairs and construction.

This position reports to the Supervisor and Lead Hands. Work is performed under direct supervision.

Hours of work are 37.5 hours per week, 5 days per week. Overtime is not normally required, however, in case of emergency or snow removal operations, it may be authorized by the supervisor or lead hands. Call-in would be made on an as-needed basis. This position is a part of the AUPE Collective Bargaining Unit.

This position requires maintenance and repair work to be carried out on all grounds mobile and stationary equipment. This position is expected to use tools and equipment that requires minimal instruction to operate such as air tools, welder, lift hoist, variety of hand tools.

The heavy duty technician is responsible to maintain mobile and stationary equipment in a safe and effective manner. Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure the reliability, access and safety of the mobile and stationary equipment. This equipment is critical to maintaining the campus and to the health, safety and wellness of students, visitors, faculty and staff.

Primary Purpose of the Position (key purpose, functions, roles):

Under direct supervision performs maintenance and repairs to mobile and stationary equipment in order to ensure that the equipment is available, reliable and safe to operate.

Main Activities:

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on mobile and stationary equipment including front end loaders, grader, backhoe, medium duty trucks, mowers, trimmers, and attachments using the ARCHIBUS Maintenance Management System.
• Perform repairs to mobile and stationary equipment.
• Inspect mobile and stationary equipment for defects or required repairs.
• Supervise others involved in maintenance tasks.
• Advise the Supervisors of required major repairs or replacements to mobile and stationary equipment.
• Maintain safe working conditions and adhere to occupational health and safety regulations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Assist with administrative duties:

• Assist in the preparation of capital budget submission.
• Assist in preparing preventative and predictive maintenance schedules.
• Maintain inventory control over equipment and supplies.
• Assist in ordering replacement equipment, parts and supplies.
• Maintain maintenance and repairs logs and records.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Ensures the work assigned is completed as required and is in compliance with the University specifications, standards and procedures.
• Responsible to become familiar with all existing University structures and systems, as well as acquire knowledge of new trends, techniques, codes and equipment as they become relevant to the operation of the University.
• Ensures that equipment, workspaces, and tools supplied by the University are used for their intended purposes, are maintained in a safe working order, and operated according to all required safety regulations and procedures.
• Manages own time effectively and ensures immediate supervisor is kept informed of activities, and progress of work.
• Pleasantly and respectfully interacts with co-workers, supervisors, contractors, consultants, suppliers, students and other members of the University community.
• Discretion, confidentiality, and attention to detail are required attributes.
• Willing to learn and adapt to change and is expected to actively participate in own training and development in coordination with the department.
• Meets all ongoing OHS initiatives, follows University OHS policies, procedures and OHS Legislation as required ensuring personal, public and co-worker safety when completing tasks or engaging in potentially hazardous situations.
• Ensures that personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn at all times when on the job.
• Familiar with the University of Calgary "Statement on Principles of Conduct" and conducts himself/herself according to these principles in all situations when acting on behalf of the University of Calgary.
• Ensures regular work attendance and timely reporting for start of shift.
• Ensures personal hygiene, attire and grooming are appropriate for the work environment.
• Other duties as directed.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Completion of a recognized Heavy Equipment Technician - Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic (Off Road) Journeyman Certification Program.

The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

• Sound mechanical knowledge.
• Knowledge of procedures for the repair and maintenance of a wide range of mobile and stationary equipment.
• Knowledge of mobile and stationary preventative and predictive maintenance schedules and programs.
• Knowledge of when to contact other tradespersons or professionals to complete a task or repair.
• Knowledge of equipment inspection procedures.
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of record keeping system.

The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

• Ability to repair and maintain a wide range of mobile and stationary equipment.
• Ability to operate required tools in a safe and responsible manner.
• Team building skills.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Decision making skills.
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
• Ability to read and write to maintain daily log.
• Stress Management skills.
• Time management skills.

The incumbent must demonstrate the following personal attributes:

• Be honest and trustworthy.
• Be respectful.
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Be flexible.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics.
• Deal with the vendors and public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner.

Must have and maintain a valid Class 5 Alberta driver's license with less than 7 demerits (graduated and probationary licenses are not permitted). A valid Class 3 Alberta driver's license with air brake endorsement with less than 7 demerits would be preferred. A driver's abstract will be required at time of hiring. A valid Alberta driver's license (graduated and probationary licenses are not permitted) will need to be shown at the time of interview.

A valid first-aid certificate would be an asset.

Application Deadline: September 17, 2026.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Trades Job Family, Phase 3.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

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The university's commitment to the Indigenous Strategy is evident through the oversight of 18 Elders serving on the Circle of Advisors and the many unit-based circles working towards implementation of the strategy including the Faculty Advisory Circle and teams such as the Office of Indigenous Engagement, the Writing Symbols Lodge, and the Indigenous Research Support Team. Many Indigenous-based events and processes are impacting curriculum, programming and polices at the University of Calgary.

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