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The Building Service Technician program provides students with training in essential maintenance and repair skills, along with practical knowledge of building codes and bylaws. Students gain expertise in maintaining and repairing piping, plumbing fixtures, electrical appliances, and outlets, as well as performing tasks such as laying out, measuring, cutting, and assembling wood, maintaining concrete products, and working with roofing systems, insulation, and wall materials like Gyproc.

The program emphasizes key skills such as communication, troubleshooting, and the use of hand and power tools, along with practical techniques in construction, plumbing, and electrical systems, preparing students for a dynamic and versatile career in residential maintenance.

Examples of what jobs graduates from this program can do:
Career opportunities include roles such as building maintenance worker, property maintenance technician, residential building maintenance worker, and building service technician. These positions involve responsibilities like maintaining and repairing building systems, ensuring safety compliance, and performing routine inspections to uphold facility standards.
Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program are able to:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of building service operations, including industry standards, regulations, and best practices for maintaining residential, commercial, and institutional buildings.
• Apply occupational health and safety principles, including hazard identification, risk assessment, and emergency response procedures, to ensure a safe working environment for themselves and others.
• Use trade-related mathematics and perform financial calculations to support decision-making in building service operations, including material estimation, budgeting, and cost control.
• Select, use, and maintain hand and power tools effectively, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and manufacturer specifications.
• Analyze and apply building science principles, including energy efficiency, ventilation, moisture control, and structural integrity, to inform maintenance and repair decisions.
• Identify, prevent, and remediate common building issues, including mould, leaks, and structural deterioration, to maintain safe and healthy indoor environments.
• Perform repairs and maintenance on various building systems, including carpentry, drywall, roofing, flooring, plumbing, heating, ventilation, electrical, and finishing systems, using industry-approved techniques.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues, applying problem-solving strategies to restore building functionality.
• Communicate effectively with building occupants, clients, and stakeholders by demonstrating professional public relations skills, conflict resolution, and customer service best practices.
• Perform administrative tasks related to building service operations, including record-keeping, scheduling, and regulatory documentation, to support efficient facility management.
• Evaluate and implement sustainable building practices, including resource conservation, waste management, and energy-efficient solutions, to minimize environmental impact.
• Adhere to ethical, professional, and regulatory standards in all aspects of building service work, demonstrating responsibility and accountability in their role.