Maintenance Technician

YWCA Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance plan

Vacation 3 weeks

Personal days

Sick days

Birthday day off

Job summary

YWCA Calgary is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform a wide range of building repairs, grounds care, snow removal, and minor plumbing and electrical work across YW facilities. This is a full-time permanent role at 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with an on-call rotation and potential overtime.

The role requires strong troubleshooting in plumbing and electrical systems, experience with boilers, chillers, HVAC, and related systems, and the ability to lift 50–100 lbs.

Qualifications

• WHMIS and valid First Aid are required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License; five years' experience recommended.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks including painting, drywall repairs, plumbing, electrical work, replacing baseboards, repairing or replacing flooring, cabinetry, doors, windows, outlet covers, and lighting fixtures.
• Conduct landscaping tasks and general grounds maintenance.
• Complete repairs of company machinery, equipment, and appliances.
• Complete unit repairs and turnover work after tenant move-out.
• Inspect and maintain common areas and exterior lighting; replace bulbs as needed.
• Support Facility Operators with maintenance of heating, cooling, and air-handling systems.
• Assist with mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, fans, and heating coils.
• Use Building Management Systems (BMS) to log inquiries, repairs, and maintenance.
• Comply with authorities having jurisdiction (City of Calgary, ABSA) including documentation, inspections and required repairs.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely, detailed, and accurate manner.
• Liaise with contractors, ensuring access, quality of work, and proper completion of repairs.
• Maintain parking areas, walkways, grounds, and patios year-round, including snow and ice removal.
• Perform lawn care using ride-on and push mowers, trimmers, and other equipment.
• Provide general custodial support (e.g., loading dock support, garbage removal, cleanup after repairs).
• Provide occasional transportation of prepared meals and Cambros between YW Calgary locations as required.

Skills

WHMIS

First Aid

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Boilers / Chillers / HVAC

Job description

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of maintenance and repair duties across YW facilities. This includes building repairs, drywall and painting, grounds care, snow removal, minor plumbing and electrical work, and supporting Facility Operators with mechanical systems.

This position is a full-time permanent position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. This role participates in an on-call rotation and may require overtime.

What We Offer

• Truly rewarding work; contribute to lasting, positive change for individuals and our community
• A supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development
• Comprehensive benefits including an employee assistance plan
• Paid time off (for eligible roles; prorated based on start date and FTE) includes:
  • 3 weeks of paid vacation
  • 6 personal days
  • 12 sick days
  • A paid day off to celebrate your birthday

What You'll Do

• Perform maintenance tasks including painting, drywall repairs, plumbing, electrical work, replacing baseboards, repairing or replacing flooring, cabinetry, doors, windows, outlet covers, and lighting fixtures
• Conduct landscaping tasks and general grounds maintenance
• Complete repairs of company machinery, equipment, and appliances
• Complete unit repairs and turnover work after tenant move-out
• Inspect and maintain common areas and exterior lighting; replace bulbs as needed
• Support Facility Operators with maintenance of heating, cooling, and air-handling systems
• Assist with mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, fans, and heating coils
• Use of Building Management Systems (BMS) to log inquiries, repairs, and maintenance
• Comply with authorities having jurisdiction (City of Calgary, ABSA) including documentation, inspections and required repairs
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely, detailed, and accurate manner
• Liaise with contractors, ensuring access, quality of work, and proper completion of repairs
• Maintain parking areas, walkways, grounds, and patios year-round, including snow and ice removal
• Perform lawn care using ride-on and push mowers, trimmers, and other equipment
• Provide general custodial support (e.g., loading dock support, garbage removal, cleanup after repairs)
• Provide occasional transportation of prepared meals and Cambros between YWCA Calgary locations as required

Qualifications

• WHMIS and valid First Aid are required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Must possess a valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License and have held that license for at least five (5) years
• Requires ability to lift 50-100lbs, moving furniture, equipment, and materials

What You'll Bring

• Experience in trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and locksmithing
• Strong troubleshooting abilities, particularly for plumbing and electrical systems
• Experience with boilers, chillers, HVAC, and related systems
• Ability to operate snow removal and lawn care machinery
• Proficient using computers, mobile devices, apps, and email
• Must be flexible with work hours, including possible evenings or weekends
• Ability to work in varied environments (indoor/outdoor)

YW Calgary is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace where all employees, volunteers and clients feel valued and respected, whatever their race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, ancestry, or place of origin.

Deadline: Until suitable candidate found.

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