Job Description

Position: Maintenance Technician (Saskatoon Fire)
Division: Saskatoon Fire
Department: Logistics
Term: 1 Permanent Full Time position available.
Closing Date: 01/20/2026
Labour Group: IAFF 80
Posting: 4852
Job Summary
Under supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor (Logistics), this position coordinates the inspection, maintenance and repair of all Department equipment.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Receives, prioritizes and processes work orders.
• Performs inspections, repairs and maintenance on department equipment, such as self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), fire hose, thermal imaging cameras, detection equipment, dive gear and self-contained underwater breathing apparatus.
• Performs inspections, repairs and maintenance on department turnout clothing, helmets, boots and related personal protective equipment.
• Assists with the development and implementation of a computerized tracking system for all department equipment.
• Performs metal fabrication and welding duties.
• Purchases materials, supplies and equipment, as required.
• Prepares materials and labour estimates, as required.
• Ensures adherence to proper safety procedures and the use of proper protective equipment.
• Works with Department staff to ensure all equipment and work meets applicable standards.
• Works with crews in the performance of annual hose testing.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education.
• Five years' related experience in equipment inspection, repair, and maintenance within a safety-critical environment.
• Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Current driver's abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
• Successful completion of, or ability to complete successfully within first year of employment, a department-approved SCUBA & SCBA maintenance and repair certification program and ability to maintain that certification.
• Successful completion of, or ability to complete successfully within first year of employment department approved:

o High pressure breathing air compressor installation, operation, and maintenance certification and the ability to maintain that certification.
o Compressed gas cylinder inspection certification and the ability to maintain that certification.
o Quantitative fit testing operator certification and the ability to maintain that certification. * Thorough knowledge of tools, equipment, construction methods, buildings systems operation and maintenance.

• Knowledge and ability of carpentry & wood working skills.
• Knowledge of NFPA standards and methods of servicing fire fighting equipment.
• Knowledge of City of Saskatoon procurement purchasing procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all department divisions and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Skill in the operation of a computer for equipment tracking.
• Skill in servicing and maintaining personal protective equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of CSA C6, C6.1, C6.2, & C6.3 publications regarding compressed gas cylinders for safe filling, transport & end use.
• Knowledge and understanding of CSA Z94.4 selection, use, & care of respirators.
• Knowledge and understanding of CSA Z180.1 & Z275.2 standards for the purity of compressed breathing air for SCBA & SCUBA.
• Physical ability to do the assigned work.

Weekly Hours: 40
Salary Range: $83,704.08 to $116,069.76 CAD per annum (2023 rates)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) "the good life", for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit
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