maintenance coordinator

This is a hands-on facilities maintenance role responsible for the overall upkeep, safety, and operation of a museums 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs a wide range of maintenance, repair, and custodial tasks across buildings and grounds
• Identifies, prioritizes, and completes maintenance work efficiently
• Handles repairs in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and flooring
• Determines when external contractors are required
• Maintains and repairs equipment, tools, and machinery
• Coordinates specialized servicing and major repairs
• Supports construction and renovation projects
• Oversees contractors, including scheduling and quality control
• Conducts routine inspections of building systems (HVAC, alarms, sprinklers)
• Provides full custodial and housekeeping services
• Ensures all areas are clean, safe, and well-maintained
• Adjusts cleaning priorities for operations, events, and peak times
• Responds to urgent and emergency cleaning needs

Qualifications/Skills:

• Class 5 drivers license is required
• 5-6 years of progressively responsible experience in building maintenance, facilities, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage maintenance priorities and perform a wide range of hands-on repairs is required
• WHIMIS Certification is required

View full job description here: https://wdm.ca/about/careers/

This position is full time with 72 hours in a 2 week pay period with a comprehensive benefits package. On call responsibilities are required. Evening and weekend work may be required occasionally.