Facilities Services Asst ll

The University of British Columbia; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus is seeking a Facilities Services Assistant II to perform building and grounds maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, and equipment servicing on an hourly basis. This is a leave replacement for a fixed-term duration, with a 6-month term and 35 hours per week.

An additional $1/hour stipend applies for Red Seal Certificate. The role reports to the Maintenance and Grounds supervisor and requires a Grade 12 or equivalent with trades-related training, a

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent including one year post-secondary trades related training.
• Ability to operate equipment and perform manual tasks.
• Demonstrated flexibility in work hours, including weekends or evenings as required.

Responsibilities

• Provides building maintenance services including carpentry, drywall, painting, and fixture repairs.
• Performs grounds maintenance such as irrigation, snow removal, and de-icing to ensure campus safety.
• Maintains plumbing fixtures and emergency equipment, and conducts routine testing and repairs.
• Operates or coordinates servicing on department equipment (tractors, skid steers, etc.).
• Adheres to safety protocols, lock-out procedures, and reporting hazards.

Skills

Physical stamina

Driver's License

Flexible hours

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent with trades-related training

Job description

Staff - Union Job Category BCGEU Okanagan Support Staff Job Profile BCGEU OK Hourly - Facilities Services Assistant ll Job Title Facilities Services Asst ll Department UBCO | Landscape and Building Services | Facilities Management Compensation Range $28.92 - $33.13 CAD Hourly Posting End Date August 31, 2026 Job End Date March 15, 2027 This is a leave replacement for a fixed term duration. This is an hourly position $28.92/hour; 35 hours/week, on a 6 month-term. An additional $1/hour stipend will be added for Red Seal Certificate.”

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Maintenance and Grounds, the position provides maintenance and repair services to buildings, grounds and equipment, and performs other related duties as required.

Organizational Status

This position reports directly to the Support Services Assistants' Coordinator and is under the general supervision of the Manager, Maintenance and Grounds.

Works closely with Facilities Management office staff, other Facilities Management employees, and the campus community including, students, staff, faculty and contract services.

Work Performed

1. 1. Provides building maintenance services:
   • Provides on demand and project related carpentry work including but not limited to the repair and installation of interior and exterior door issues, installation of shelving, cabinetry, countertops, monitor mounts, whiteboards, trim and flexible baseboards.
   • Performs small drywall, painting, and floor covering repairs to damaged or worn areas.
   • Repairs and modifies office, classroom, and lab furniture.
   • Evaluates appliance issues and repairs or coordinates for maintenance as required.
   • Maintains all plumbing fixtures including, emergency eyewash and shower stations through routine testing, repairs.
   • Occasional installations of new fixtures include sinks, faucets, urinals, toilets, fountains and certain lab equipment.
   • Maintains sanitation systems including washroom fixtures, drains, toilets, urinals, catch basins, roof and road drains.
   • Provides emergency response to building issues resulting from leaks, plugs, and floods.
   • Performs annual testing and identification of campus fire extinguishers as well as replacement or refilling, and recertification in accordance with the BC Fire Code.
   • Makes minor purchases for maintenance related items using a P-Card.
2. 2. Provides Grounds Maintenance Services:
   • Provides on demand and project related concrete repairs and improvements including assessment of stairs, sidewalks, curbs and common areas.
   • Performs the start-up and blow-out of the complete irrigation system and complete backflow testing.
   • Performs new installations of irrigation water sources and ongoing system maintenance including repairs to damaged heads and drip lines.
   • Provides support as required to the operation of the campus irrigation system.
   • Carries out removal of snow from campus sidewalks, common pedestrian areas and applies sand and de-icing in a timely manner to enhance safety on campus.
3. 3. Provide Equipment Maintenance Services.
   • Conducts or coordinates regular servicing on department owned tractors, skid steers, bobcats, aerial platform, golf carts, and minor shop equipment.
4. 4. General Duties to Include:
   • Adheres to planned maintenance schedules for inspection and services emergency equipment and diverse infrastructures on campus.
   • Paints and maintains traffic markings on campus roadways.
   • Completes minor welding, housekeeping, and administrative tasks as required.
   • Reports major maintenance requirements to the Manager.
5. 5. Perform other related duties as required.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Must exercise judgement based upon a thorough knowledge of procedures, guidelines and regulations. Ability to recognize and report hazards and apply safe work methods, such as lock-out procedures, fall protection and confined space entry. Conducting work in a manner that accommodates campus requirements. Consequence of errors in judgment can result in safety hazards to the campus community. Work load backlog can delay critical business functions and impact the University's reputation.

Supervision Received

This position is under the day-to-day direction of the Support Services Assistants' Coordinator and supervision of the Manager, Maintenance and Grounds.

Supervision Given

This position does not supervise staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent including one year post-secondary trades related training.
• Over 2 years related experience.
• Previous work in a unionized post-secondary environment preferred.
• Class 5 Driver's License required.
• Ability to operate the following equipment is preferred: skid steer, tractor, articulating boom, etc.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical work, assume uncomfortable awkward positions and required to lift 50lbs on occasion.
• Ability to work in areas which have higher levels of noise using proper hearing protection.
• Ability to withstand working in the Kelowna climate conditions frequently.
• Ability to work in confined areas and sustain long period of bending.
• Ability to withstand heights and perform work safety.
• Ability to work flexible hours and or shifts and possibly weekends including afternoons and nights.
• Shifts are subject to change due to operational requirements.
• Ability to recognize and report hazards and apply safe work methods, such as lock-out procedures, fall protection, and confined space entry.

About the University

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally.

A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world.

Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential.

New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work.

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Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.

We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.