Maintenance Technician

Colliers International; Calgary; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Innovative projects

Career growth

Benefits package

Collaborative culture

DEI program

Global network

Job summary

Colliers International in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking a Maintenance Technician (Mobile) to support a portfolio of industrial properties. The role covers routine inspections, preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and coordinating multiple contractors while attending site meetings and following up on outstanding work.

The candidate should have strong mechanical aptitude, basic HVAC/plumbing/electrical knowledge, and solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of hands-on maintenance, facility maintenance, or related experience preferred.
• Experience coordinating contractors, trades or service technicians is strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and general building maintenance systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including contractor communication and maintenance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine building and equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting and minor repairs involving HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and general building components.
• Identify deficiencies or abnormal conditions, coordinate routine corrective work and escalate complex technical issues when required.
• Respond professionally to tenant and Property Management maintenance requests.
• Coordinate multiple contractors, arrange site access, attend contractor/site meetings and follow up on deficiencies and outstanding work.
• Assist with preparing routine scopes of work, soliciting quotations and reviewing quotations with Operations staff.
• Maintain accurate work orders and maintenance records using Yardi or other applicable systems.
• Use DDC/BAS systems at a basic level to review temperatures, equipment status and alarms where applicable.
• Maintain mechanical rooms, service areas and vacant spaces in a clean and safe condition.
• Follow established health and safety requirements and support contractor compliance with site procedures.
• Participate in the on‑call rotation and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Contractor coordination

HVAC knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Tools

Yardi CMMS

CMMS

DDC/BAS

Job description

Accelerate your success at Colliers. Why Colliers? As one of Canada's leading commercial real estate services firms, we are driven by our mission to accelerate success for our people, clients, and communities. A career at Colliers gives you the opportunity to make an impact, advance your career, and collaborate with top-tier talent. Don't just take our word for it – we’ve been recognized as a top employer on a number of prestigious lists, including Best Workplaces in Canada, Best Workplaces for Women, Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams, among others. ***This position is for a Maintenance Technician (Mobile) in Calgary, Alberta***

About this role

We are seeking a Maintenance Technician to support a portfolio of industrial properties. This is a hands‑on maintenance and coordination‑focused role responsible for routine inspections, preventive maintenance, minor repairs, tenant service requests, contractor coordination and general property maintenance. A significant part of the role involves coordinating multiple contractors and service providers, attending site meetings, obtaining quotations, assisting with scopes of work and following up on outstanding work. The successful candidate should have strong written and verbal communication skills, good organizational ability, practical mechanical aptitude and strong follow‑through.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine building and equipment inspections, assigned preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting and minor repairs involving HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and general building components.
• Identify deficiencies or abnormal conditions, coordinate routine corrective work and elevate complex technical issues when required.
• Respond professionally to tenant and Property Management maintenance requests.
• Coordinate multiple contractors, arrange site access, attend contractor/site meetings and follow up on deficiencies and outstanding work.
• Assist with preparing routine scopes of work, soliciting quotations and reviewing quotations with Operations staff.
• Maintain accurate work orders and maintenance records using Yardi or other applicable systems.
• Use DDC/BAS systems at a basic level to review temperatures, equipment status and alarms where applicable.
• Maintain mechanical rooms, service areas and vacant spaces in a clean and safe condition.
• Follow established health and safety requirements and support contractor compliance with site procedures.
• Participate in the on‑call rotation and perform other duties as assigned.

What you’ll bring

• 1–2 years of hands‑on maintenance, facility maintenance, commercial/industrial property maintenance/operations, mechanical maintenance, construction maintenance or related experience preferred.
• Experience coordinating contractors, trades or service technicians is strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical and general building‑maintenance systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic troubleshooting while recognizing when escalation is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including contractor communication and maintenance documentation.
• Strong organization and follow‑up skills with the ability to manage multiple contractors, work orders and priorities.
• Basic computer skills; experience with Yardi, CMMS/work‑order systems or DDC/BAS is an asset.
• Valid Alberta driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Ability to perform physical maintenance work, including lifting up to 40 lbs, and work in mechanical rooms, rooftops, warehouses and service areas.

What we offer

• Innovative projects: Work on cutting‑edge initiatives that shape our communities, drive our growth, and make a tangible impact.
• Career growth: Advance your career and achieve your goals with industry‑leading training and development programs.
• Competitive benefits & compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive and flexible benefits package along with competitive compensation that rewards your contributions and supports your well‑being.
• Collaborative culture: Join our enterprising team where innovation thrives, collaboration is key, and our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and do their best work.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Our robust North American Diversity & Inclusion Program features eight Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), where you can connect, learn, and contribute to a diverse and supportive community. Learn more: https://www.collierscanada.com/en-ca/careers/diversity-and-inclusion
• Global network: Join a global team of 24,000 professionals across 70 countries, where you'll expand your network and learn from experts in a dynamic international community. Accelerate your career and enhance your expertise as you connect and collaborate with top talent around the world.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full‑time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Direct applicants only please, no agencies. Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability‑related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability‑related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [e-mail].

We are enterprising. Our expert advice to property occupiers, owners and investors leads the industry into the future. We invest in relationships to create enduring value. What sets us apart is not what we do, but how we do it. Our people are passionate, take personal responsibility and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities. We attract and develop industry leaders, empowering them to think and act differently to drive exceptional results. What’s more, our global reach maximizes the potential of property, wherever our clients do business. At Colliers, we accelerate success.