building systems technician
Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Facilities Maintenance Technician
Posted on May 22, 2026 by Employer details City of New Westminster
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Great City, Great Work, Great Future! Facilities Maintenance TechnicianNew Westminster, British ColumbiaEmployment StatusRegular Full-TimePay Range$32.88 to $38.66 per hour + comprehensive benefitsClosing Date6/14/26Apply Now Number of Openings: 1Hours per Week: 37.5 hours per week.Employee Group: CUPE, Local 387Location: City Hall: 511 Royal AveCompetition #: 1412As a central hub in the Metro Vancouver area, the City of New Westminster delivers a broad spectrum of urban services to over 92,000 residents. New Westminster is rich in history with a viable and thriving economy and has a population representative of the diversity of the region. The City is staffed by talented and dedicated employees who work together to achieve its strategic vision. We have earned a proud reputation for civic leadership, service delivery, and outstanding employee relations. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be involved performing essential maintenance and repairs at City owned facilities, ensuring that all building systems?including HVAC, boilers, chillers, heat pumps, electrical, mechanical, lighting, security, plumbing and fire protection?are safe, functional, and well-operating. The work includes carpentry, plumbing, painting tasks, hands-on repairs to interior spaces such as walls, ceilings, floors; as well as routine upkeep, inspectional, and repair to computerized heating and ventilation equipment and support systems. You will perform various preventative maintenance tasks (e.g., filters, belts, pumps, valves, lubrication, etc.). In addition, you will undertake limited construction and renovation projects according to prepared specifications and as directed, and coordinate subcontractors as required. Please note, the position classification title for this role is Building Maintenance Worker. *In addition to the regular full-time position, we are also looking to hire one auxiliary position to offer coverage when operationally required. Responsibilities: Performs a variety of inspectional, routine maintenance, repair and operational duties relative to computerized heating and ventilation equipment and support systems in Municipal buildings; adjusts programmable thermostats and timers; troubleshoots issues, performs filter changes and belt replacements; reports need for more extensive servicing or repair to contract service companies and supervisor. Performs minor plumbing tasks such as replacing taps and valves, removing or replacing toilets and servicing blocked lines, changing faucet washers, unstopping sinks and toilets and repairing leaks; performs minor carpentry tasks such as door hardware adjustments and repair; installs paper or soap dispensers, installs appliances and performs minor repairs as required; undertakes and performs minor construction and renovation and tasks, as directed. Performs painting and drywall repair work as required. Orders materials and supplies related to projects and maintenance repairs within expense authority; researches suppliers for parts and materials; processes and codes invoices and purchase card statements. Conducts monthly safety checks on elevators and fire extinguishers; checks alarm and emergency phone; replaces lights in elevator car as required; removes graffiti or scratches from elevator. Assists in the implementation of a preventative maintenance program relative to computerized heating and ventilation equipment and support systems. Performs miscellaneous duties such as removal of furniture; installation of large television screens; fueling generators and City vehicles with propane; responding to vandalism and emergency repairs such as leaks in pipes or gas lines and identifies repairs required and reports to a supervisor. Maintains records related to the work performed. Performs related work as required.Requirements: Grade 12 graduation supplemented by technical courses such as Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Power Engineering, Construction, or related courses at a- Location New Westminster, BC
- Work location On site
- Salary$32.88HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #113602
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