Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician (MT) provides response to daily requests logged through the Facilities Service Desk in the capacity of both reactive and planned preventative maintenance in all areas of building operations and services. This includes mechanical electrical plumbing structural air-conditioning equipment and general service calls relating to (but not limited to): door/lock issues minor carpentry furniture repair/installation painting and general building assistance.

The MT works closely to oversee and manage external contractors with a technical skill to perform reactive repairs planned preventative maintenance on equipment as well as general repairs/upgrades. The MT coordinates the timing and completion of contract services to ensure the efficiency of contracted work.

The MT employs responsible and safe workplace practices in accordance with UFV and other regulatory bodies and utilizes a keen eye for detail combined with solid technical knowledge to support the smooth operation of university buildings and equipment.

• 5th Class Power engineer certification required.
• Trades Qualification in relevant discipline or Certification in building systems or maintenance programs is preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience working with heating air conditioning ventilation electrical plumbing and associated mechanical systems and a basic knowledge of all construction trades.
• Experienceutilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to manage workload including both routine and planned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Experience operating high-reach hydraulic lifts.
• Valid BC drivers license.
• WHMIS certification mandatory.
• Ability to lift 50-60 pounds.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and discern primary areas of focus.
• A working knowledge of computers and building control systems is required.
• Experience in the coordinating and monitoring of trades personnel and contractors is desirable.
• Required to work in environments exposed to toxic fumes loud noise dust extreme temperatures heights and equipment with moving parts that requires employee to be cognizant of all safety protocols & procedures inherent in their field making use of professional protection equipment such as ear plugs safety glasses respirators and gloves.
• Duties require a high degree of physical exertion which includes bending down kneeling crouching for extended periods of time pulling pushing manually carrying lifting & transporting heavy objects.
• Required to work in inclement weather conditions ranging from extreme cold periods of rain snow ice freezing rain high winds to extreme hot periods and heat waves.
• Ability to work on multiple campuses and on different shifts based on operational needs

Please submit your resume and cover letter by the application deadline.

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halqeméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization recognizing our responsibilities to community and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty staff and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford Chilliwack Mission and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia and in Chandigarh India. Recognized as one of BCs top employers UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1400 passionate professionals who value integrity inclusivity and excellence. At UFV you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15000 students.

Indigenization equity and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples members of groups that experience discrimination due to race colour place of origin ancestry and/or religion persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.