BUILDING MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT
JOB POSTING
The YWCA Saskatoon is a dynamic team dedicated to positively impacting the lives of women, their families, and the community. YWCA Saskatoon is a vibrant organization providing inclusive community services on Treaty Six territory and the homeland of the Métis peoples since 1910. We look forward to the possibility of you joining our team.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION STATEMENT:
At the YWCA Saskatoon, we believe in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are dedicated to creating and cultivating an inclusive workspace and workforce that represents the communities we serve. We acknowledge that certain groups have been historically disadvantaged and continue to face barriers in the workforce. In collaboration with the Canadian Employment Equity Act, we have identified the following groups, which have experienced historical and/or current obstacles, as part of our equity priority group:
These include:
- Indigenous peoples
- Persons of colour
- Persons with disabilities
- Women
- 2SLGBTQ+ community
- Newcomers to Canada
We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully. We acknowledge the barriers that affect equity groups, and we’re committed to addressing, mitigating and accommodating these barriers to strive for equity in the workplace.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
This full-time position is responsible for the general and preventative maintenance of the building as directed by the Building Maintenance Manager. The Building Maintenance Assistant is responsible to perform a variety of skilled duties, which may include light H.V.A.C. work, simple electrical repair, general maintenance, and maintenance of all mechanical systems.
POSITION REPORTING:
Reports to the Manager of Building Maintenance
HOURS OF WORK:
This is a part-time position, working up to 20 hours per week. Must be available to work daytime hours with flexibility on actual hours.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists with maintenance for all physical building operations.
- Physical demands include, but are not limited to: walking, standing, reaching, pulling, pushing, lifting up to 50 lbs and using a step ladder.
- Monitor and perform preventative maintenance on facilities and equipment for YWCA Saskatoon and the Saskatoon Community Service Village; an 80,000 square foot facility including on-site shelter residence, office space, meeting rooms, daycare, fitness centre, and a 34-unit transitional housing facility.
- Notify Manager prior to beginning work when a maintenance job is beyond the maintenance workers skillset
- Complete all work according to all government standards
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace while adhering to appropriate loss prevention measures
- Ensure Material Safeties Data Sheet (MSDS) information to remain current
- Responsible for maintaining routine and specialized equipment warranties and maintenance agreements for machinery and equipment within facility
- Perform daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual facility safety checks.
- Performs related duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing; ability to create effective working relationships with employees and the public
- Ability to accomplish requirements of the position adhering to maintenance best practices
- Skill in operation of a variety of hand tools, power tools and equipment commonly used in building maintenance facilities
- Thorough knowledge of proper safety techniques and procedures; ability to follow proper safety techniques according to YWCA Saskatoon policies
- It is considered an asset to possess current status for basic CPR and First Aid.
- All YWCA employees are required to submit a Criminal Record Check as part of the process of employment.
- Skills or experience in the following areas would be considered an asset: painting, carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical, dry wall, cement and tile masonry, or other recognized trades for the purpose of maintaining, repairing or remodelling YWCA owned and operated facilities.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Applications in the form of a resume and cover letter will be accepted until October 22nd, 2026 through the Career Centre website. For any questions regarding this posting, you can reach us via email through careers@ywcasasktoon.com.