Mechanical Maintenance Technician - Temporary Full-Time

Mechanical Maintenance Technician St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Schools invites applications for a temporary full-time Mechanical Maintenance Technician. This position will begin September 1, 2026, to December 22, 2026, with the possibility of an extension. St. Thomas Aquinas Roman (STAR) Catholic Schools is a regional separate school division in Central Alberta, operating schools in Lacombe, Ponoka, Wetaskiwin, Drayton Valley, Beaumont, and Leduc. Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Mechanical Maintenance Technician assists with maintaining and managing all school division equipment. The Mechanical Maintenance Technician must be able to troubleshoot, solve problems and repair equipment under tight timelines as necessary. PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (but Not Limited To) Coordinate repairs of equipment/buildings (portable and fixed). Prioritizes tasks to ensure equipment is available in areas that have the greatest impact on student needs. Maintains equipment to provide better performance, availability and safety. Assists in set-up of special projects/events as requested. Inspecting and maintaining fire alarm system, fire extinguishers, detectors, emergency lighting/generator and security access cameras. Performs preventative maintenance as scheduled. Assists IT by preparing the area for scheduled installs of technical equipment Installs white boards and bulletin boards. Makes school repairs including drywalling, paint touch ups, flooring, walls, fixtures and minor construction Checking roofs, gutters, drains, walls and repairing doors/windows. Coordinates repair of plumbing including the replacement of taps, toilets, sinks and completes installs as well as electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures. Maintaining and servicing boilers, heating systems, HVAC, furnaces, rooftop units, AHU, AC, compressors, pneumatic controls, vents to ensure proper heating and ventilation. Repairs any emergent task to ensure schools run as needed Responds to alarm call outs from schools as required Monitors and maintains the BMS (Building Maintenance System) for all boilers Regularly visit designated schools for any necessary work order processing and to plan necessary action with Administrators and Contractors Monitors parking lot maintenance, snow removal, landscaping and playground equipment. Facilitate major renovations and projects, periodical equipment servicing, roofing inspections & repairs. The successful candidate will have experience in the mechanical/maintenance field and a clean driver's abstract. A 5th Class Power Engineer and/or a trade ticket is considered an asset but not mandatory. STAR Catholic School Division is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and creating welcoming learning and working environments for all. Successful candidate's offer of employment will be conditional upon receipt of a recent (within 6 months) Criminal Record Check inclusive of Vulnerable Sector and a recent (within 6 months) Child Intervention Record Check. Only those applicants shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

The technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing school division equipment, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. They also manage building repairs, perform preventative maintenance, and monitor the Building Maintenance System (BMS).

Candidates must have experience in mechanical maintenance and a clean driver's abstract. A 5th Class Power Engineer certification or a trade ticket is considered an asset.

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• Mechanical Maintenance
• HVAC Repair
• Plumbing
• Electrical Wiring
• Boiler Maintenance
• Preventative Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Drywalling
• Painting
• BMS Monitoring
• Fire Alarm System Inspection
• Facility Management

• Trades
• Engineering
• Education
• Construction
• Government & Public Sector

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 20, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level