Job Purpose The Maintenance Technician position is responsible for safe operation and upkeep of the buildings and equipment, as well as general cleanliness of the property and all associated spaces and common areas. As an employee and representative of Lethbridge Housing Authority, the Maintenance Technician is expected to interact with tenants and people of varying backgrounds and perspectives and handle all tasks in a positive and qualified manner.

Reporting Structure

Reports to: Asset Management Director

Supervises: Cleaning Staff, General Contractors

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform regular safety and preventive maintenance checks on building systems:

- Fire panel monitoring, fire system and generators systems check.
- Building boiler system checks.
- Grounds and garbage checks.

Perform general and routine maintenance and custodial tasks as required.
- Ensure HVAC system filters are monitored and changed
- Complete in prompt time maintenance work orders created.
- Repair any onsite equipment and manage operating systems.
- Cover any jobs created from previous night.
- Assess any trade contracted work required.
- Monitor heating system boilers along with all boilers associated with the building operation - annual testing of cross connection systems in the senior buildings.

Inspect units in relation to annual inspection and suite turnover for wear and tear, abuse and or damage cause by tenants.
- Repair electrical, plumbing and HVAC system inside suite.
- Prepare suite turn over for paint and flooring and or countertops.
- Pest management for all types of bugs.

Perform, assist and/or monitor contracted repairs and renovations:
- Annual projects

- Yearly capital projects

Twenty-four (24) hour emergency on-call rotation with other maintenance personnel - attend emergency calls for Senior Housing buildings or Affordable & Community Housing Units.



Performs client service to tenants and tenants’ social clubs. (SSC)

Communication with building oversight as required to ensure buildings are well maintained.

Other tasks as required by Maintenance Administrator:

- Specific projects relating to the building/ complex’s

- Annual budget process

Sort and distribute incoming mail to tenants from main office and/or creating notices for the building. Qualifications A High School Diploma with 1 to 3 years practical experience relating to building maintenance, trades with applicable skills and knowledge.

Fifth Class Power Engineering required for some positions.

Superior client service skills, and professional conduct being sensitive to the dignity of those residing in social housing.

Work well in a team environment as well as independently.

Knowledge of the Residential Tenancy Act preferred

Training in Emergency First Aid; CPR; WHMIS; Pest Control and AED Protocol; Hazardous Material.

Safety Tickets and/or Tenant Management Certifications are an asset.

Cross Connection Control Special Certificate, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate are an asset.

Valid Drivers’ license and current Drivers’ Abstract.

Working Conditions

Ability to work in confined spaces; to handle dust and particulates environment.

Ability to handle standing on uneven surfaces; work at heights; work on knees and/or back.

Required to work outside in all types of weather.

Emergency on-call rotation.

Able to take instructions and complete tasks assigned.

Must pass a Criminal Record Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check.

Physical Requirements

Physically fit and able to move upwards to 150 lbs.

Must be able to carry, lift and hold items in different positions for prolonged periods.

Able to handle related machinery and tools.

Requires standing for prolonged periods

Remuneration is based on experience.

Starting date: As soon as possible.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Maintenance Technician (Lethbridge)
🏢 Lethbridge Housing Authority
📍 Lethbridge