Facility Maintenance Specialist

• Department: Canadian Food Inspection Agency - Corporate Management Branch
• Reference number: ICA26J-023400-000042
• Selection process number: 26-ICA-WEST-OE-IND-ASMD-217
• Location: Calgary (Alberta)
• Salary: $35.61 to $38.72 per hour - salary under review
• Level: GL-MAM-10
• Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
• Closing date: 9 November 2026

About the position DutiesReporting to the Facility Manager; ensures the safe and effective operation of all heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems, hot water heating boilers, pneumatic / direct digital (DDC) controls, chilled water systems, mechanical, structural and architectural domains; this includes all system inspections, evaluations, tests, calibrations, preventive maintenance, repairs to acceptable standards. Work environmentWe offer a bilingual, science-based environment, with excellent benefits, flexible hours, opportunities for advancement, an emphasis on learning and development, strong and active Diversity Networks, and a high level of employee satisfaction.
Our workforce is rich in unique identities, experiences and perspectives which are the foundation of our collective talent and strength!
The Agency has adopted a common hybrid work model that aligns with the Federal Public Sector. Depending on the role, some positions require full-time on-site presence, while others allow for a potential mix of onsite and telework to leverage the best of both in-person and virtual work. Flexible arrangements may be discussed during the hiring process, depending on position-specific operational requirements. Intent of the process A pool of qualified candidates will be established. There is currently one permanent position to staff. Positions to be filled 1 Important messages The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act.
The CFIA considers applications from individuals who have legal status to work in Canada and does not give preference to Canadian citizens.
Personal information is obtained for the purpose of determining an individual’s competence and suitability for employment. If a staffing complaint questions this determination, please be advised that relevant personal information you will provide in the course of this staffing process may be disclosed to substantiate the staffing decision.
During the application or assessment process both cheating and plagiarism are considered forms of misconduct and are not permitted. Any person found cheating, including those who help others to cheat, may be subject to removal from the staffing process.
We will only accept applications received through the GC Jobs website, therefore you must submit your application by clicking on “Apply” in this advertisement. Persons who are unable to apply online must use the “Hiring organization contact” below, prior to the closing date, to request specialized accommodation.
Depending on the number of applicants and CFIA's needs, volume management strategies (e.g., top-down approach, cut-off scores, or random selection) may be used. Candidates will be informed if such a strategy is applied.
When submitting an application to this selection process, you will be prompted to answer screening questions concerning some of the qualifications. Your responses to these questions will be used as a primary source of information and your resume may only be used to validate this information. Incomplete responses to the screening questions, e.g. “please see resume”, could result in your application being rejected.
Any interactions during the selection process, both written and verbal may be used in your evaluation. Conditions of employmentReliability Status security clearance - Applicants who have not lived in Canada for the past five (or ten, depending on security level) years may be required to submit a police certificate from each country in which they have lived for six months or more during this period, as well as other documentation required for the security screening process. Failure to submit this documentation if requested will eliminate the application from further consideration.The following conditions of employment are required for an appointment:
• Adherence to the CFIA Code of Conduct.
• Adherence to the CFIA Conflict of Interest and Post-Employment Policy.
• Compliance with the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector.
• Legal status to accept employment for the entire period of employment.
Any of the following conditions of employment may be required for an appointment:
• Willing and available to work irregular hours (e.g., days, nights, weekends, statutory holidays).
• Willing and available to work overtime, as required.
• To have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• To use in the prescribed circumstances and manner all prescribed safety materials, equipment, devices and clothing.
• To use prescribed and provided respiratory equipment that meets the respiratory program requirements; to undergo fit testing (e.g. may need to be clean-shaven, depending on the respirator design).
• Willingness to abide by strict biosecurity protocols which may require showering several times a day or abiding by certain restrictions on contact with livestock outside of the workplace.
• Willing and able to work in environmentally challenging or physically demanding conditions.
• Willing and able to work in environmentally challenging or physically demanding conditions and with pathogens in high security laboratory biocontainment or with potential allergens.
• Willing and able to work in environmentally challenging or physically demanding conditions including at heights, on and over water, aboard vessels in adverse weather and varying light conditions.
• Willing and able to carry and wear 20 kg of protective equipment while performing duties.
• To successfully complete Fall Arrest and Rescue Training.
• Security clearance under the Human Pathogens and Toxins Act (HPTA) may be required for certain laboratory positions. You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the followingESSENTIAL EDUCATION
EEd1: Fifth Class Alberta Standardized Power Engineer Certificate or better equivalent certificate from other provinces acceptable provided they may be transferred to Alberta. Candidates having occupational certifications in other trades will be given preference for interviews including, but not limited to:
Plumber, or
Electrician, or
Building Services Technician, or
Building Systems Technician, or
Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Technician.
If you are selected for further consideration in this staffing process, you will be asked to provide proof of your education credentials at a later date.
Applicants submitting education credentials from a non-Canadian institution are responsible for obtaining certification that these credentials are the equivalent of the Canadian education level required for the position.ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE
EE1: Experience in the operation and maintenance of a low pressure hot water heating plant.
EE2: Experience in the operation and maintenance of Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems.
EE3: Experience working with Building Automation Systems.Applied / assessed at a later dateESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE
EK1: Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of building systems and equipment.
EK2: Knowledge of Preventative Maintenance Programs theory, practice and application.
EK3: Knowledge of the applicable codes and regulations relevant to the maintenance and operations of building mechanical systems.ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES
EC1: Oral Communication
EC2: Written CommunicationESSENTIAL ABILITIES AND SKILLS
EA1: Ability to troubleshoot mechanical system failures and malfunctions to initiate or purpose solutions.
EA2: Ability to work under pressure.
EA3: Ability to read mechanical schematics and diagrams.ESSENTIAL PERSONAL SUITABILITY
EPS1: Flexibility
EPS2: Initiative
EPS3: Client service orientation Language requirements (essential for the job) Applied / assessed at a later date English essential - You are entitled to participate in the staffing process in the official language of your choice.