Residence Maintenance Worker

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 36 majors.

Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut'ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.

Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

Mount Royal University’s Residence Services is committed to providing a safe, secure and supportive living learning community. We strive to be inclusive, responsive and respectful of the individual. The environment is designed to enhance and develop both the personal growth and academic success of the student and their role as a responsible community member.

Reporting directly to the Facilities Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for performing basic maintenance and cleaning tasks as assigned on a day-to-day basis in the Residence Complex. The incumbent will perform a range of skilled functions, both on her/his own and with others. Responding primarily to student work orders, the incumbent will perform minor repairs and maintenance that does not require a tradesman designation in student suites, common areas, office and non-student areas, building exteriors, and residence complex ground areas. The incumbent will perform scheduled preventative and maintenance and may be asked to provide support in the event of an emergency or major project. The incumbent is responsible for positive interaction with students and guests and shall work efficiently and collaboratively with the balance of the Residence Services team to support the needs of the residence population. The incumbent may be asked to work during holidays and busy dates outside of normally scheduled hours to accommodate major residence activities such as move-in, check-out and peak conference season periods.

There is one remaining full-time limited term position available working 37.5 hours per week and ending September 6, 2024.

Repair and Maintenance

• Complete interior and exterior building repairs and maintenance tasks, including:
  • Painting, drywall repairs, carpet and tile repairs and replacement, door hardware, key cutting, and lock adjustments,
  • Minor appliance, furniture and fixture repairs, window washing, eaves trough cleaning and repair, and
  • Minor carpentry work, electrical and plumbing repairs that do not require a trades designation.
• May deal directly with Physical Resources and external contractors and be required to make operational decisions on behalf of Residence Services.

Support, Installation and Assembly

• Support summer maintenance staff on their day-to-day job responsibilities.
• May fill in for the Facilities Coordinator to assess and prioritize summer maintenance related issues/tasks and delegate accordingly as required.
• Follow up as necessary to ensure that the delegated work is completed correctly and in a timely fashion.
• May assist tradesmen in troubleshooting, installing, repairing, testing, measuring or handling hoists, ladders, etc. as needed. However, close supervision will be provided in these instances.
• Install items that do not require a trades designation such as ceiling tiles, blinds, shelves, door hardware, light bulbs, floor tiles, furnace filters etc.
• Seasonally lifting and moving as required (appliances, furniture, small equipment, etc.), particularly during student move-in preparations and check-out activities.

Routine Service, Maintenance & Organization

• Complete walk-around inspections of the Residence Complex, completing reports, logs and recommendations and submit to the Facilities Coordinator for review and approval.
• Clean and organize work areas, accounting for tools and supplies and making recommendations on a timely basis for re-stocking and/or replacement and/or upgrading.

• High school diploma plus additional course work
• 18 - 24 months of related experience
• Skills in working safely around various equipment and tools
• Good communication skills
• In good physical condition
• Basic computer skills (daily use of our StarRez maintenance software)

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. 

At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. 

Our campus offers the convenience of a medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, climbing, aquatics, sports and certifications for students, employees and the public.

Salary:                      $25.27 - $32.00 per hour 

Closing Date:           April 21, 2024

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently eligible to work in Canada will be given priority.

Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus.  Please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp .