Job Description

Maintenance Leadhand

aims to inspire everyone who attends our campus \xe2\x80\x93 artists, leaders, and thinkers \xe2\x80\x93 to unleash their creative potential.

We acknowledge, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as \xe2\x80\x9cMinhrpa\xe2\x80\x9d (translated in Stoney Nakoda as \xe2\x80\x9cthe waterfalls\xe2\x80\x9d) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the \xc3\x8ey\xc3\xa2rhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) \xe2\x80\x93 comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations \xe2\x80\x93 as well as the Tsuut\xe2\x80\x99ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Region 3. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.

The Opportunity

Banff Centre is looking for an experienced Maintenance Leadhand to join our Physical Facilities team. This position will lead the team in the ongoing maintenance of refrigeration and heating-based equipment on campus.

Specific Accountabilities

Below are some of the key accountabilities:

• Works on heating systems and equipment, as well as the design, implementation, and follow up on all heating related preventative and predictive maintenance programs.
• This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all buildings on Campus including but not limited to, hydronic reset schedules, operating pressures and temperatures, affective water treatment, air turnovers and minimum ventilation requirements set out by ASHREA.
• Responsible for monitoring of all work completed by staff and contractors to ensure Banff Centre health and safety protocols are adhered to and to ensure all work performed is in accordance with local, provincial and federal codes.
• Coordinate the inspection and reporting of all requirements under the Federal Halocarbon Regulations.
• Works closely with the Boiler and Heating Technician and the Refrigeration Mechanic for the detailed planning, execution and follow up of campus wide mechanical preventive maintenance programs and predictive maintenance programs for necessary upgrades and replacement of major mechanical equipment including but not limited to boilers, pumps, motors, air handlers, associated control systems and components.
• Using written and oral instructions, as well as teaching by example, the Leadhand seeks to develop, in the maintenance staff, proper and safe work habits.
• This position is required to be competent in all of aspects of a maintenance environment.

Qualification and Educational Requirements

• One or more journeyman trade certificates in either refrigeration, plumbing, electrical and or a 4th class power engineer designation
• Alberta Type A or B Gas Fitter certification
• 5+ years of work experience on all different types of manufactured boilers
• A complete understanding of boiler and gas codes, rules and regulations
• The ability to perform all job functions related to boiler repair.
• Valid Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s drivers\xe2\x80\x99 license

Special Requirements

• Candidates must be physically fit and capable of working in challenging environments including: confined spaces; high temperatures; loud noises; on ladders, scaffolds, etc; working with power tools, chemicals, and on or around equipment that may pose a serious threat to the safety of others.
• Due to the unpredictable nature of repair needs, this position may have to work weekends, nights, holidays or extended hours and may be required to be on standby.

Employment Terms & Benefits

• In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, permanent, salaried support staff position, subject to a 6-month probation period.
• The salary for this position is $84,279 annually, working 37.5 hours per week.

of working at Banff Centre are:
options (Based on availability) * Alberta Blue Cross health benefits

• Defined benefit pension plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts (at Maclab Bistro and Vistas)
• Onsite

at a discounted rate \xe2\x80\x93 first month free for new members! (includes pool, climbing wall and gym.) * Professional development

• Free or reduced admission to select Banff Centre performance and events.

Application Process

• We are accepting applications for this position until a suitable candidate has been found.
• Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be finalized.
• Visa requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

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