Mechanical Asset Coordinator

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Burnaby is seeking a Mechanical Asset Coordinator to plan, coordinate, and implement capital asset projects in its Facilities Asset Systems unit. You will oversee asset replacements, preventive maintenance, and repairs related to HVAC, mechanical, and electrical systems, and monitor performance and budgets.

A valid BC driver’s license and a Class B Gasfitter certification are required. Responsibilities include preparing project specifications, supervising contractors, and guiding

Qualifications

• Completion of a related journeyperson HVAC-R cert or a diploma in Building System Technology.
• Knowledge of municipal electrical, ventilation, refrigeration, and fire/life safety practices.
• Ability to coordinate capital projects and prepare project specifications.
• Valid BC driver’s licence and Class B Gasfitter Certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement capital asset projects.
• Oversee capital asset replacements and facility maintenance repairs.
• Input to operating budget for related work and monitor budgets.
• Oversee contractors and supervise subordinates engaged in skilled work.
• Assess asset performance and recommend replacements or upgrades.

Skills

Project coordination

Budget input

Analytical thinking

Education

HVAC-R journeyperson certification

Diploma in Building System Technology

Tools

Delta DDC

Reliable Controls

Honeywell BMS

Job description

Mechanical Asset Coordinator

Competition No: 2026-240

Duration: Regular Full Time

Salary: $49.35 - 51.51 - 53.70 - 55.93 - 58.32/hour

Special Notes: Subject to Note ‘Y’ of Schedule ‘B’ of the CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 10/1/26

This position works in the Facilities Asset Systems unit. This is complex technical and inspectional work in planning, coordinating and implementing capital asset projects. An incumbent oversees capital asset replacements, preventative maintenance and facility maintenance repairs related to HVAC, mechanical and electrical systems; provides input to preparing the operating budget for the related work; monitors and analyzes asset performance and condition; recommends replacements or upgrades as needed. An incumbent evaluates, analyzes, and makes recommendations on the potential impacts of asset management programs and policies; prepares project specification plans, monitors project budgets and work in progress; oversees and reviews the work of contractors and supervises subordinates engaged in skilled and semi-skilled work. Considerable independence of judgement and action is exercised in all technical aspects of the work while policy matters are discussed with a supervisor. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include completion of a related journeyperson trades certification such as HVAC-R, or completion of a diploma program in Building System Technology or a related discipline, plus considerable related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Considerable knowledge of municipal electrical, ventilation, refrigeration, fire/life safety practices including their application to project design, and in the preparation of plans, specifications, contract documents, and related materials; of HVAC and physical plant systems in large buildings; of building electrical systems ranging from low to high voltage; and of computerized Direct Digital Controls (DDC), preferably Delta, Reliable & Honeywell control systems. Ability to coordinate capital projects and prepare project specifications; to identify the need for capital asset repair and replacement, make recommendations on project design, construction and maintenance, and determine project priorities. Ability to oversee subordinates and contractors engaged in skilled and semi-skilled work. A valid Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia and a Class B Gasfitter Certification is required.

Schedule: 80 hours bi-weekly Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM –3:30 PM (Mutual Agreement between Monday to Sunday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.