Head Tool Crib/Store Operator

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Head Tool Crib/Store Operator to oversee the Stores warehouse, distribution of materials, tools and supplies, and to direct the daily throughput of the Stores team. You will train and schedule Store Operators, maintain inventory control and ensure asset management and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating purchase orders, liaising with vendors, ensuring timely fulfillment, and enforcing university safety standards across all tool

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education diploma or equivalent and seven years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of tools and equipment of various trades is required.
• Valid class 5 BC Drivers’ License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the stores warehouse operation and daily throughput of the Stores team.
• Direct, train, coordinate and schedule daily activities for Store Operators.
• Maintain inventory tracking and control for materials, tools and supplies.
• Manage purchase orders, liaise with vendors and ensure timely ordering.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance and asset management for tools and equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Safety compliance

Education

Post-secondary education diploma or equivalent

Seven years of related experience

Tools

Tools and equipment of various trades

Job description

Staff - Union Job Category CUPE 116 Job Profile CUPE 116 Salaried - Head Tool Crib/Store Operator Job Title Head Tool Crib/Store Operator Department Stores | Municipal Services | Facilities Compensation Range $6,000.00 - $6,441.00 CAD Monthly Posting End Date September 22, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date Ongoing

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

This leadership role oversees the efficient and safe operation of the Stores warehouse, distribution of materials, tools and supplies, while directing the daily throughput of the Stores team. Directs, trains, coordinates and schedules daily activities for Store Operators. Maintains inventory tracking and control for materials, tools and supplies. Maintains best practices for stock organization, tool maintenance, material distribution and loss prevention. Organizational Status Reports to the Stores Manager. Directs work of Sub-Head Store Operators and Stores Operators within the unit.

Work Performed

Supervises, coordinates and schedules the daily activities of Store Operators tasked with; receiving, staging, distribution and control of materials, tools, equipment and supplies. Oversees daily purchase order requisition activities within the unit, liaises trades Heads, department Managers and vendors to ensure the correct material, tools, equipment and services are ordered in the correct quantity and within the requested time. Expedites purchase orders with suppliers where necessary and ensures follow-up to meet requested specifications and timelines Participates in asset management which includes but is not limited to; documenting the intake of purchased tools materials and equipment into the asset management system. Ensures all available tool and equipment assets are maintained in a safe working condition Makes recommendations to maintain the lowest cost of ownership of tool and equipment assets for the entire department. Ensures that the tool crib is maintained in good safe working conditions. Manages fall protection annual inspections, pre-use rental inspections and other related compulsorily compliance inspection requirements. Creates and schedules maintenance service activity for tools and equipment requiring regulatory compliance. Schedules other preventative maintenance activities in accordance with departmental policies. Ensures regulatory compliance with regards to fuel management for UBC vehicles, as well as health and safety with transportation and handling of regulated materials. Maintains work function related records, such as, timekeeping, costing, tools, equipment and work assignments. Ensures that employees under their jurisdiction work in a correct and safe manner and in accordance with all current university safety standards, practices, departmental policies and procedures. Initiates day to day reconciliation events as needed and creates corrective action plans. Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Makes decisions regarding the organization and allocation of work the efficient operation; inappropriate decisions may result in service delays, costs and risk of injury.

Supervision Received

Works under general direction and from verbal and written instructions.

Supervision Given

Organizes, delegates and supervises the work of assigned staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of post-secondary education in related field equivalent to the diploma level and a minimum seven years of related or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Working knowledge of tools and equipment of various trades is required.

A valid class 5 BC Drivers’ License.

- 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

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.

Are you ready to embrace the future together?

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence.

An open and diverse community f{a}sts 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.

If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at [e-mail].