Maintenance Coordinator

September 1, 2026

MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR (FACILITIES)(BAND LEVEL 6)
Facilities and Technical Services

Marine Institute

(Contractual Position to July 31, 2028)

DUTIESThis role is responsible for receiving, reviewing, prioritizing, and processing maintenance requests through the CMMS, generating work orders for infrastructure repairs, preventative maintenance, and facility improvement projects, and ensuring that all work orders include complete scope, safety, scheduling, and documentation requirements. The position monitors work orders through to completion while maintaining accurate records and close-out documentation. Responsibilities also include coordinating daily maintenance activities involving internal trades staff and external contractors and maintaining a thorough understanding of service contract scopes and contractor performance expectations. The role requires conducting job site safety analyses and hazard assessments before work begins, monitoring the quality, schedule, safety, and compliance of all maintenance activities, inspecting completed work, and directing corrective actions when necessary. In addition, the position coordinates repairs with the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DTI) for landlord-maintained assets, plans maintenance activities to minimize disruption to academic programming and campus operations, and ensures all project documentation is accurately maintained within the CMMS. The role also supports the oversight of building automation systems, monitors system performance, identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and reliability, and coordinates the maintenance and optimization of building control systems with contractors and stakeholders. Furthermore, it involves active participation in occupational health and safety committees, inspections, and audits, contributing to hazard assessments and incident investigations.

QUALIFICATIONSExperience (1-2 years) in facilities operations, building maintenance, mechanical systems, or a related field; graduation from a multi-year post-secondary technical program in engineering technology, facility maintenance, or a related discipline. Completion of a recognized trades certification, technical diploma, or equivalent combination of education and experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; commitment to safety and quality workmanship; knowledge of building and fire codes, Occupational Health and Safety legislation, WHMIS, and environmental regulations; experience preparing reports and maintenance records using computerized systems; possession of a valid Class 5 Driver's License.

SALARY: $56,767 to $66,592 per annum (NAPE Local 7850)

CLOSING DATE: September 11, 2026

COMPETITION NO: MUN03615

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women; 2SLGBTQIA+ people; persons whose gender identity or gender expression is nonbinary or otherwise not cisgender; Indigenous peoples; racialized people; black persons; and persons with disabilities. Memorial is committed to providing an inclusive learning and work environment.

If there is anything we can do to ensure your full participation during the application process, please contact [email protected] directly and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

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For further information concerning this opportunity, email [email protected], or contact the Human Resources Office, Marine Institute, Room E3306C.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.