For over 50 years, the Northern Lakes College vision has been to increase accessibility to educational opportunities. With 25 locations across northern Alberta, program sites throughout Alberta, and a unique Supported Distance Learning model, students can access quality educational opportunities without leaving their community. Students can study from the comforts of home, work, on the road, or from one of the many College locations. Northern Lakes College offers a variety of university transfer, diploma, and certificate programs, including Academic Upgrading, Business & Administrative Studies, Health & Human Service Careers, Pre-Employment & Apprenticeship Trades, Resource Technology, University Studies, and Continuing Education & Corporate Training certificates and courses. The college supports and promotes professional development and wellness opportunities and provides employees with an attractive benefits plan and competitive salaries. The College service region offers numerous recreational activities for the entire family to enjoy Northern Lakes College has the following Permanent Full-Time position available: Maintenance Personnel

Salary:
$68,712 to $90,468 per year

Location:
Fairview Start Date: January 4, 2027

Qualifications:
- Journeyperson certification in Plumbing, Gasfitting, HVAC/Refrigeration, Pipefitting, or another related mechanical trade is strongly preferred
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License
- Ability to obtain and maintain a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check
- Candidates possessing another recognized trade certification together with significant building maintenance and mechanical systems experience may be considered Nature and Scope of Work: Reporting to the Manager, Facilities, Maintenance & Operations,



this position is responsible for maintaining and enhancing Northern Lakes College facilities, grounds, vehicles, equipment, and building systems. Working independently as part of the Facilities & Ancillary Services (FAS) maintenance team, the incumbent performs preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance to ensure the safe, reliable, and productive operation of College facilities. The role focuses on maintaining and repairing plumbing, gas-fired equipment, boilers, HVAC systems, pumps, and other mechanical infrastructure, while also supporting general maintenance, renovations, capital projects, and facility improvements. The incumbent diagnoses and resolves building system issues, responds to maintenance requests, and adheres to all applicable safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Duties and

Responsibilities:
Mechanical Systems Maintenance and Operations
- Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and optimize plumbing systems, gas-fired equipment, boilers, pumps, expansion tanks, heating systems, ventilation equipment, and mechanical building infrastructure
- Perform routine preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment and building systems
- Monitor equipment performance, conduct regular inspections, and record operational data
- Diagnose equipment failures and implement timely repairs to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency
- Perform cleaning, lubrication, adjustment,



and replacement of components including belts, filters, sensors, valves, pumps, and associated equipment
- Identify deficiencies, potential failures, and areas requiring remediation and communicate findings to the Manager, Facilities, Maintenance & Operations
- Assist with testing, commissioning, and startup of new or upgraded mechanical systems
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and inventory transactions within the Maintenance Management Order System (MMOS)
- Support major mechanical equipment replacements, building upgrades, and capital projects
- Travel to College campuses and remote locations as required to perform maintenance and repair activities Building Maintenance and Facility Operations
- Perform general maintenance and repair of college facilities, outbuildings, grounds, and related infrastructure
- Assist with renovations, facility improvements, and construction-related projects
- Perform minor carpentry, electrical, painting, drywall, flooring, door, hardware, and fixture repairs as required
- Assemble, install, repair, and relocate furniture, fixtures, and equipment
- Monitor facility conditions and recommend repairs, upgrades, and preventative maintenance activities
- Record stock inventory levels of supplies and materials used in maintenance and renovation activities Equipment and Grounds Operations
- Safely operate and maintain a variety of powered equipment including forklifts, skid steers, lawn tractors, chainsaws, brush saws, aerial lifts, trucks, and other facility maintenance equipment
- Utilize hand and power tools safely and effectively in the performance of maintenance duties
- Assist with seasonal grounds maintenance activities including snow removal, landscapi

📌 Maintenance Personnel (Fairview)
🏢 Northern Lakes College
📍 Fairview