Building Technician
- North Battleford, SK, Canada
Salary: $30.67 - $44.04 / hour (Based on education and experience) · Full-time
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- Salary: $30.67 - $44.04 / hour (Based on education and experience)
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
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Building Technician
Location: North Battleford, SK
Number of Positions: 1
Salary: $30.67 - $44.04 / hour (Based on education and experience)
Type of Position: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: 11/24/2026
Job Summary
Responsible for operating, maintaining and repairing SaskTel buildings and properties with required certification and licensing. Acts as chief engineer and refrigeration engineer as specified in the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act of Saskatchewan. Provides project and contract management on contracted building services.
Typical Duties & Responsibilities
(Not all inclusive or applicable to all assignments)
As one of Saskatchewan's Top Employers, SaskTel offers rewarding work, competitive salaries, comprehensive health and dental coverage, pension plans, flexible work arrangements, paid time off, learning opportunities, and more. Explore SaskTel's Benefits and discover what a career with us can offer. Ready to grow, innovate, and have some fun along the way? Join our team and help build the future of connection.
This is an on-site position located at the location(s) above. The successful candidate must be located within the province of Saskatchewan. Out of province/country candidates must be willing to relocate. Flexible work opportunities, in province, may be available.
SaskTel may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help review and assess applications. All hiring decisions are made by qualified members of our recruitment team.
We value diversity as a key aspect of our culture. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates to participate fully in the recruitment process. If you need any accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact us confidentially at talent.acquisition@sasktel.com.
Building Technician
Location: North Battleford, SK
Number of Positions: 1
Salary: $30.67 - $44.04 / hour (Based on education and experience)
Type of Position: Permanent Full Time
Closing Date: 11/24/2026
Job Summary
Responsible for operating, maintaining and repairing SaskTel buildings and properties with required certification and licensing. Acts as chief engineer and refrigeration engineer as specified in the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Act of Saskatchewan. Provides project and contract management on contracted building services.
Typical Duties & Responsibilities
(Not all inclusive or applicable to all assignments)
- Acts as Chief Engineer and Refrigeration Engineer. Responsible for all heating, cooling and humidification systems.
- Operates, maintains and repairs buildings, systems, equipment and grounds, adhering to buildings’ practices, programs and all applicable statutes and regulations.
- Performs regular preventative maintenance routines on systems and buildings.
- Promptly responds to customer requests. Identifies and analyzes problems and takes corrective action.
- Investigates, takes corrective action and/or resolves environmental issues by inspecting, calibrating and troubleshooting HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning) equipment and controls.
- Responsible for administration of contracted buildings services. (i.e. snow removal, grounds maintenance).
- Provides project management for maintenance, repair and renovation projects and assists other departments in initial input and/or support requests of projects. Initiates status reports on projects.
- Directs monitors, inspects and evaluates contractor performance on building maintenance and construction projects. Assigns and coordinates daily workloads.
- Ensures accurate building maintenance and equipment records are maintained including information on all maintenance and construction projects.
- Monitors and analyzes energy consumption levels, equipment status alarms, environmental and safety conditions of SaskTel buildings and properties.
- Acts as Chief Emergency Evacuation Warden and participates on Occupational Health and Safety and Fire Committees.
- Assists in the preparation and tracking of departmental budgets.
- Ensures the safe handling, transportation, storage and use of all chemicals (i.e. pesticides, water treatment, housekeeping material and products) in accordance with all applicable statutes and regulations.
- Maintaining remote access for District sites using various specific systems.
- Maintain database for building related equipment within each site. Update and use the SAP Preventative Maintenance module to comply with all legislation.
- The candidate must satisfy one of the following education/experience combinations:
- 3rd Class Power Engineer Certification
- Journeyperson: electrician, plumber, carpenter, or refrigeration technician
- 4th Class Power Engineer Certification and Refrigeration Engineer Certification
- Certificate in Building Systems Technician and 5th Class Power Engineer Certification and Refrigeration Engineer Certification
- BOMI SMT with two years of relevant experience and 5th Class Power Engineer Certification and Refrigeration Engineer Certification
- Working knowledge of personal computers and various software applications.
- Ability to lead and train others.
- Good communication skills and the ability to deal effectively with others.
- General knowledge of building equipment.
- General knowledge of fire codes, regulations, procedures and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
- General knowledge of Environmental regulations and Policies.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Qualifications to progress to Step H: Pesticide Applicators Certificates(Industrial and Structural).
- Qualification to progress to Step I: Completion of specified online courses (Time Management – 5 modules, Project Management – 10 modules) and the BOMI SMA Environmental Health and Safety Issues module OR completion of the BOMI SMA designation.
As one of Saskatchewan's Top Employers, SaskTel offers rewarding work, competitive salaries, comprehensive health and dental coverage, pension plans, flexible work arrangements, paid time off, learning opportunities, and more. Explore SaskTel's Benefits and discover what a career with us can offer. Ready to grow, innovate, and have some fun along the way? Join our team and help build the future of connection.
This is an on-site position located at the location(s) above. The successful candidate must be located within the province of Saskatchewan. Out of province/country candidates must be willing to relocate. Flexible work opportunities, in province, may be available.
SaskTel may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help review and assess applications. All hiring decisions are made by qualified members of our recruitment team.
We value diversity as a key aspect of our culture. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates to participate fully in the recruitment process. If you need any accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact us confidentially at talent.acquisition@sasktel.com.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Operate, maintain, and repair SaskTel buildings, properties, and building systems, including heating, cooling, humidification, and refrigeration equipment. Manage contracted services and maintenance projects, monitor safety and energy conditions, maintain equipment records, and support emergency preparedness and departmental budgets.
Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the listed combinations of power engineering, refrigeration, building systems, or relevant journeyperson credentials, with additional certifications required for progression to higher steps. Candidates also need computer and building-equipment knowledge, communication and leadership abilities, familiarity with safety and environmental regulations, and a valid driver's license.
Skills
- Building Operations
- Preventive Maintenance
- HVAC Troubleshooting
- Heating and Cooling Systems
- Refrigeration Engineering
- Project Management
- Contractor Management
- Energy Monitoring
- Equipment Maintenance
- Building Systems
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Fire Safety
- Environmental Compliance
- SAP Preventive Maintenance
- Recordkeeping
- Leadership and Training
Benefits
- Health Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- Pension Plan
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Paid Time Off
- Learning Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Engineering
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Building Technician
- Building Operations
- Building Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- HVAC
- Heating Systems
- Cooling Systems
- Humidification Systems
- Refrigeration Engineer
- Chief Engineer
- Power Engineer Certification
- Building Systems Technician
- Journeyperson
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Carpentry
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Contractor Performance
- Energy Consumption Monitoring
- Equipment Records
- Environmental Compliance
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Fire Safety
- Emergency Evacuation
- Pesticide Applicator Certificate
- BOMI SMT
- BOMI SMA
- Remote Access Systems