Maintenance Coordinator WDM Yorkton

Western Development Museum - Yorkton is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Coordinator

General Description:

This is a hands-on facilities maintenance role responsible for the overall upkeep safety and operation of a museums buildings grounds and equipment. The position performs a wide range of tasks including routine maintenance repairs and custodial work across systems like plumbing electrical carpentry and general building care while also maintaining tools and machinery. It involves independently identifying and resolving issues conducting preventative maintenance and ensuring all areas remain clean safe and functional. This role also requires deciding when to bring in specialized contractors and may include coordinating their work with the overall goal of keeping the museum environment well-maintained and fully operational.

Key Responsibilities:

Performs a wide range of maintenance repair and custodial tasks across buildings and grounds

Identifies prioritizes and completes maintenance work efficiently

Handles repairs in plumbing electrical carpentry painting and flooring

Determines when external contractors are required

Maintains and repairs equipment tools and machinery

Coordinates specialized servicing and major repairs

Supports construction and renovation projects

Oversees contractors including scheduling and quality control

Conducts routine inspections of building systems (HVAC alarms sprinklers)

Provides full custodial and housekeeping services

Ensures all areas are clean safe and well-maintained

Adjusts cleaning priorities for operations events and peak times

Responds to urgent and emergency cleaning needs

Maintains grounds year-round including landscaping and snow removal

Monitors and addresses outdoor safety hazards (ice flooding surfaces)

Ensures facility safety security and regulatory compliance

Conducts safety checks and maintains required documentation

Manages maintenance planning inventory and supply ordering

Tracks maintenance issues and ensures timely resolution

Supports museum operations including exhibits and workspace organization

Qualifications/Skills:

Class 5 drivers license is required

5-6 years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance facilities or a related field

Demonstrated ability to independently manage maintenance priorities and perform a wide range of hands-on repairs is required

WHIMIS Certification is required

First aid & CPR certification is an asset

Experience coordinating with contractors and working in a public-facing facility is an asset

Computer skills are essential

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Conditions:

Salary: $47970 - $55614 per year

Work Schedule: 72 hours per 2 week pay period

This position includes on-call responsibilities. Evening and weekend work may be required occasionally.

Benefits: The WDM offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid sick leave and employer paid health and dental coverage for eligible employees as well as participation in the Public Employees Pension Plan with employer matched contributions. WDM is committed to providing a safe equitable and inclusive workplace.

Effort: This role requires sustained physical effort and the ability to manage competing tasks within established timelines.

Location: The incumbent works in a shop environment and throughout all Museum buildings spaces and grounds on a regular basis at the WDM Yorkton.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check.

Application Deadline: April 24 2026.

If youre interested in joining our team please submit your cover letter and resume to only submit your application through the recruitment link above.

Attn:

Maintenance Coordinator Selection Committee

Western Development Museum - Yorkton

P.O. Box 98

Yorkton SK S3N 2V6

We thank everyone for applying for this position. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The WDM welcomes everyone to apply especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the museum and heritage field. If you require accommodations to apply for this position please contact Breanne at EXT 1120 or

Required Experience:

IC