Maintenance Technician

Christenson Communities; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

Job summary

Christenson Communities in Edmonton is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, repairs and safety checks across our facilities, ensuring a safe living environment for residents.

The role requires teamwork, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work weekends/evenings when needed. A Class 5 license and capability to travel between sites are essential, with a supportive, inclusive workplace and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must work well in a team and follow directions.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Self-directed with good time and resource management.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor drywall repairs, painting and general maintenance.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and inspections of building systems.
• Conduct safety checks and daily facility walk-throughs.
• Provide basic HVAC/electrical/plumbing maintenance.
• Diagnose, repair and replace appliances as needed.
• Complete carpentry tasks, repairs and minor renovations.
• Pressure wash surfaces and maintain grounds and equipment safely.
• Coordinate with staff to complete tasks and respond to tickets.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records of work performed.
• Assist with resident move-ins/outs and suite turnovers.
• Travel between sites to fulfill maintenance needs and respond after hours.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Customer service

Time management

Communication

Job description

Position: Maintenance Technician, Permanent Full-Time 1.0 FTE

Application Deadline: September 21, 2026

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Roles and Responsibilities

• Minor drywall repairs & painting.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections and troubleshooting of building systems and equipment.
• Conduct safety checks and daily facility walk throughs.
• Perform basic maintenance for HVAC systems/electrical/plumbing.
• Diagnose, repair, maintain and replace appliances as required.
• Complete general carpentry projects, repairs, installations and minor renovations
• Pressure washing as required.
• Maintaining the grounds, facility and equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with government standards.
• Working to problem solve, plan, organize, communicate and cooperate with other staff members to ensure that tasks are completed.
• Assisting with resident move ins/outs and performing necessary repairs for suite turnovers.
• Receive, prioritize, document and complete maintenance requests using the organizations work order/ticketing system
• Keeping accurate maintenance records of work done.
• Other duties to be assigned as required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with a team and follow direction
• Possess a keen ability to recognize problems, and create an effective course of action to solve the issue.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Self-directed with the ability to effectively manage your time and resources to ensure deadlines are met.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must possess a moderate degree of flexibility and tolerance to adjust to changes in workloads, assignments and days (eg. occasional weekends, evenings etc.).
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, as needed.
• Awareness of accident and injury prevention, hazard identification and control; adherence to safe work practices and procedures is essential in this position.

Bona-Fide Occupational Requirements

• Physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of the position (may be required to lift, move, push, or pull objects weighing up to 75 pounds)
• Ability to work on his/her feet for a complete shift while constantly bending, stretching, walking, lifting, or moving things.
• Be able to safely work from a ladder.
• A current and clear Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Valid Class 5 driver's licence and a reliable vehicle are required. The position involves regular travel between sites and suppliers, transporting tools and maintenance materials, and responding to operational and after-hours maintenance needs.

Disclaimer

This job description indicates representative responsibilities and specifications of the position only and should not be considered to necessarily represent all responsibilities and specifications of the position. The incumbent may perform other duties as assigned, which are not specified in this description. A review and update of this job description will take place at the yearly performance review.

At Christenson Communities we make it our priority to foster inclusive work environments welcomed to diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to accommodating prospective employees. Please let us know how we can accommodate you in our hiring process.