Maintenance Lead Technician – Buildings & Systems

New Brunswick Community College (NBCC); Town of Woodstock; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) Woodstock Campus is seeking a Maintenance Repair Worker Lead Hand to guide maintenance staff, supervise contractors, and ensure safe, reliable facilities for students and employees.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical maintenance across trades, and coordination of duties with the Facilities Manager. Eligible applicants must be able to work a 40-hour week, with overtime and shift work possible.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or GED, and 1-3 years' experience at the semi-skilled level in the building, electrical, and/or mechanical occupations.
• WHMIS certification, Fall Arrest, and Forklift training will be provided by the employer.
• Experience guiding and supporting team members.
• Microsoft Office Suite computer experience.
• Time-management and multitasking abilities.
• Physical strength and stamina.
• Organizational skills.
• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance trade employees, including inspection duties, instructing and leading staff, and assisting the Facilities Manager as needed.
• Oversee contractors and keep the Facilities Manager informed of issues, hazards, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with routine facilities maintenance involving carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work; interior/exterior repairs.
• Maintain heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and boiler systems.
• Assist tradespeople and manage construction materials inventory and job cost estimates.
• Handle snow removal and grounds work as required.
• Maintain simple records and reports and assign work tickets.
• Coordinate with NBCC departments (e.g., Custodian Lead Hand) for events and term start-ups.
• Review repair requests prior to assignment and issue work tickets.
• Orient new maintenance staff to the facility and identify training needs for staff.
• Regular hours are 40 hours per week; overtime and weekends may be required; shift work.

Skills

Team leadership

Time management

Multitasking

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Physical fitness

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

WHMIS/Fall Arrest/Forklift training (employer-provided)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) Woodstock Campus is seeking a Maintenance Repair Worker Lead Hand to guide maintenance staff, supervise contractors, and ensure safe, reliable facilities for students and employees.

The role emphasizes leadership, technical maintenance across trades, and coordination of duties with the Facilities Manager. Eligible applicants must be able to work a 40-hour week, with overtime and shift work possible.