Maintenance I – Facilities Management (Bargaining Unit 179)

Date Posted: May 5th 2025

Posting Deadline: May 19th 2025

Department: Facilities Management

Type of Employment: Permanent Fulltime

Group Affiliation: Bargaining Unit 179 ($25.78 per hour)

At Saint Marys University you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility diversity and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the Universitys success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Maintenance I to join our Facilities Management team.

What we offer

As a team member at Saint Marys we are proud to offer many benefits. Some of these include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Defined Contribution Pension plan
• Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Holiday closure
• Employee Transit EPass through Halifax Transit

Job Information and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Maintenance and Operations Manager the Maintenance I will:

• Perform PM routines and performs troubleshooting and repair to HVAC heating and cooling systems and associated equipment.
• Work closely with any outside agency that is required to perform work on the above noted systems. Uses any such collaboration to enhance knowledge and troubleshooting expertise.
• Assist the Controls Technician in performing preventative maintenance for the HVAC controls system.
• Establish a good working knowledge of all HVAC heating and cooling schematics drawings and control logics within the complex.
• Assist other maintenance staff in PM trouble shooting and repair of refrigeration HVAC heating cooling and control systems and associated equipment.
• Cleans and maintains boilers chillers and cooling towers.
• Respond to heating and cooling calls and makes adjustments and recommendations.
• Perform miscellaneous welding.
• Perform airbalancing checks to verify operation and makes adjustments as necessary.
• Perform snow removal and ice control and maintain log.
• Attend training sessions to keep up with technological changes in HVAC.
• Other related duties as may be assigned.

The Collective Agreement can be viewed here.

Experience and Education Requirements

To be the successful Maintenance I you will have:

• Technical or trade Mechanical school graduation or 4th class Stationary Engineering Ticket plus two (2) years experience in a related mechanical field in a maintenance environment.
• General working knowledge of HVAC and heating and cooling systems in a large facility.
• Ability to weld and work with mechanical tools and equipment.
• Teamwork: Ability to work in a team environment with a common purpose while maintaining positive working relationships with others.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively in a positive manner conveying and responding to information.
• Customer Service: Ability to interact with customers in a positive manner while maintaining a positive working relationship and delivering quality service.
• Working Independently: Ability to work alone and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Initiative: Ability to take initiative in completing tasks with minimal instruction

Application Details

Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Click on Apply Now and complete all required information fields. Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

At Saint Marys University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect we encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however preference will be given to applicants who selfidentify as Black/African Nova Scotians Indigenous peoples racialized persons/visible minorities persons with disabilities and women. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process please contact Talent Acquisition at emailprotected