Mechanical Maintenance Assist

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Under the direction of the Shop Head, the Mechanical Maintenance Assist performs unskilled and semi-skilled duties on building mechanical systems, supporting the Mechanical Operations team at UBC.

This role requires practical experience with HVAC components, a Grade 12 diploma, a valid Class 5 driver’s license, and a commitment to equity and safety as part of the campus facilities team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of recent experience with building mechanical systems.
• Grade 12 graduation is required.
• Must hold a valid Class 5 Driver's license.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Check HVAC filters and order replacements.
• Perform filter changes, deliver new filters and dispose of old filters, clean plenums and coils.
• Report maintenance and operations concerns to Head or designate after visual checks.
• Assist Mechanical Trades as directed.
• Drive vehicles and deliver materials as required.
• General cleaning of shops and mechanical facilities as directed.
• Wipe down mechanical equipment.
• May perform other duties related to qualifications.

Skills

Experience with building mechanicals

Welcomes diverse perspectives

Education

Grade 12 graduation

Tools

Driver's license (Class 5)

Job description

Staff - Union Job Category IUOE 115 Job Profile IUOE - Mechanical Maintenance Assist Job Title Mechanical Maintenance Assist Department Mechanical Operations Trades | Mechanical | Building Operations | Facilities

Compensation Range $4,807.00 - $4,807.00 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date September 10, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

This position is subject to the satisfactory completion of required background checks.

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

Under the direction of Head or designate performs unskilled and semi-skilled duties on building mechanical systems. Organizational Status Reports to the Shop Head.

Work Performed

1. Check HVAC filters and ordering of replacements.
2. Perform filter changes, including delivery of new filters and disposal of old filters, cleaning of plenums and coils.
3. Through visual checks reports to Head or designate any maintenance and operations concerns that may have been observed.
4. Assist Mechanical Trades as directed.
5. Drives vehicles and delivers materials as required.
6. General cleaning of Shops and Mechanical Facilities as directed.
7. Wipes down mechanical equipment.
8. May be required to perform other duties as related to the qualifications and requirements of the classification.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Close attention is required to prevent service failures which could temporarily result in curtailment of all ventilation systems on campus.

Supervision Received

Under the direction of Head or designate performs unskilled and semi-skilled duties on building mechanical systems.

Supervision Given

None.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of recent experience with building mechanical systems.
• Grade 12 graduation.
• Valid Class 5 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 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.

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