Versatile Facilities Technician — Multi-Trades Expert

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

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.