Western Development Museum - Yorkton is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance CoordinatorGeneral DescriptionThis is a hands-on facilities maintenance role responsible for the overall upkeep, safety, and operation of a museum's 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 ResponsibilitiesPerforms a wide range of maintenance, repair, and custodial tasks across buildings and groundsIdentifies, prioritizes, and completes maintenance work efficientlyHandles repairs in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and flooringDetermines when external contractors are requiredMaintains and repairs equipment, tools, and machineryCoordinates specialized servicing and major repairsSupports construction and renovation projectsOversees contractors, including scheduling and quality controlConducts routine inspections of building systems (HVAC, alarms, sprinklers)Provides full custodial and housekeeping servicesEnsures all areas are clean, protected, and well-maintainedAdjusts cleaning priorities for operations, events, and peak timesResponds to urgent and emergency cleaning needsMaintains grounds year-round, including landscaping and snow removalMonitors and addresses outdoor safety hazards (ice, flooding, surfaces)Ensures facility safety, security, and regulatory complianceConducts safety checks and maintains required documentationManages maintenance planning, inventory,



and supply orderingTracks maintenance issues and ensures timely resolutionSupports museum operations, including exhibits and workspace organizationQualifications/SkillsClass 5 driver's license is required5-6 years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance, facilities, or a related fieldDemonstrated ability to independently manage maintenance priorities and perform a wide range of hands-on repairs is requiredWHIMIS Certification is requiredFirst aid & CPR certification is an assetExperience coordinating with contractors and working in a public-facing facility is an assetComputer skills are essentialAn equivalent combination of education and experience will be consideredConditionsSalary: $48,932 - $56,732 per yearWork Schedule: 72 hours per 2 week pay periodThis position includes on-call responsibilities. Evening and weekend work may be required occasionally.Benefits & Additional InformationBenefits: 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: https://wdm.Ca/about/careers/The successful candidate will be required to undergo a criminal record check.Application Deadline: Oct 17, 2026.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.Maintenance Coordinator Selection CommitteeWestern Development Museum - YorktonP.O. Box 98Yorkton, SK S3N 2V6

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