Facility Maintenance Operator III

Posted on: Jun 30, 2026

Posted by: Strathcona County

Summary

Do you enjoy taking charge of operations? Are you good with mechanical or electrical equipment? Are you committed to safety? You might be ready for a career as a Facility Maintenance Operator III!

As the Facility Maintenance Operator III, you will play a vital role in facility management by bringing a technical expertise to the day-to-day operation and maintenance of assigned buildings within a municipal building portfolio. In this position, you will be responsible for the performance, upkeep, and overall appearance of assigned facilities by following a prescribed preventative maintenance program. At times, you may be assigned to work or provide backup support for the Community Energy Centre (bio-fuel plant) where you would provide reliable operation and delivery of a utility service.

This posting is for 1 full-time hourly position until December 31, 2026

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Perform daily inspections to ensure the assigned facility is safe, presentable, performing as intended, and operationally ready to use
Ensure all public entrances, automatic entrances, building safety systems, and building automation systems (mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing) are inspected, monitored, and operating properly
Meet with building user department representatives monthly to plan and coordinate future building service activities
Ensure all OH&S procedures are followed by staff or contractors
Perform preventative maintenance, and repair for building elements including equipment, mechanical and electrical systems, and architectural elements
Prioritize, plan, and coordinate maintenance programs/routines and customer service requests while providing a safe work environment
Troubleshoot building systems to determine the root cause of problems or equipment failures
Complete all required safety or building code inspections and ensure certification documentation is up to date
Maintain up-to-date preventative/predictive maintenance records within Asset Planner; update all building or system changes on record drawings and/or operational manuals or procedures
Create or improve upon maintenance practices to prevent reoccurring and predictable failures
Update asset records when equipment has been replaced
Coordinate, schedule, and supervise contracted services for maintenance and repair activities with minimum disruption within the facility
Respond professionally to client concerns and facility building system failures
Develop annual work plans that incorporate planned maintenance activities, lifecycle renewals, and repairs required for the facility
Aid in the development of the annual operating budget and be responsible to provide the maintenance, operations, and repairs within the approved budget(s)

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

4th Class Operating Certificate is required (Fourth Class Power Engineer)
5 years of experience working in a related facility environment including two years of facility supervisory experience
Have completed or be willing to complete a facility management certification course such as Facility Management Administration (BOMA) or Facility Management Professional (IFMA) as part of the position training requirements
Knowledge of Alberta Building Code, Alberta Fire Code, Occupational Health and Safety, and codes governing or legislating specialized equipment found within facilities is required
Experience working with ice plants and pools is an asset
Trade certification in a facility discipline is an asset (HVAC, plumbing electrical)
Time management and prioritization skills with the ability to work under pressure
Strong knowledge of Alberta Building Code, Alberta Fire Code, Occupational Health and Safety, and codes governing or legislating specialized equipment found within facilities
Extensive knowledge in the maintenance and operation procedures for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire & safety, security systems, and building hardware
Extensive knowledge and understanding of building automation systems and facility utility efficiencies
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Excellent communication with all parties involved in the building maintenance

Conditions of Employment

Submission of a Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s licence and submission of a 5-year Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits
Ability to work from heights, travel stairs, work on roofs, lift heavy items (75 lbs.) and work in awkward or confined areas for extended periods of time
Ability and willingness to work on an “on call” rotational schedule for emergent and afterhours repairs

Job Type

Full Time Temporary

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$76,752.00 - $95,908.80

Closing Date

July 12, 2026

Posting ID: 39043

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