Maintenance Technician

Christenson Communities; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Christenson Communities is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a temporary part-time role 0.6 FTE. The position involves light repairs, preventative maintenance, safety checks, and support for residents during move-ins and turnovers.

You will troubleshoot HVAC, electrical and plumbing, perform basic carpentry and flooring tasks, and maintain records in the work order system. Ideal candidates are team players with strong customer service, time management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with a team and follow direction.
• Strong problem-solving and time-management abilities.
• Excellent customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Self-directed with good time and resource management.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and adapt to change.
• Effective communication with residents, staff and families.
• Awareness of safety, hazard prevention and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Minor drywall repairs and painting; basic maintenance of building systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections and troubleshooting.
• Conduct safety checks and daily facility walk-throughs.
• Basic maintenance for HVAC, electrical and plumbing; appliance repair.
• Complete carpentry, renovations and installations as needed.
• Maintain grounds and respond to maintenance requests in the ticketing system.
• Assist residents with move-ins/outs and suite turnovers.
• Keep accurate maintenance logs and assist with after-hours needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Customer service

Time management

Self-direction

Communication

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Job description

Description

Position: Maintenance Technician - Temporary Part-Time 0.6 FTE

Application Deadline: November 10, 2026

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.