Mechanical Maintenance Assistant Supervisor

University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Assistant Supervisor in Vancouver to oversee the Indoor Air Quality Program. The role involves supervising staff, coordinating maintenance activities, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a BC 4th Class Power Engineering Certification and substantial industrial experience. This position promises a monthly compensation of $7,263 CAD and supports a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Experience in training team members.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the work of Mechanical Maintenance Assistant staff.
• Coordinates the work and communicates with various stakeholders.
• Maintains records and ensures proper execution of tasks.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Education

BC 4th Class Power Engineering Certification

5 years of related experience in an industrial setting

Valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license

Tools

Building Management System

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems

Job description

Overview

Staff - Union Job Category IUOE 115 Job ProfileIUOE - Operations Shift Leader (4th Class) Job Title Mechanical Maintenance Assistant Supervisor Department Mechanical Operations | Mechanical Trades | Building Operations Compensation Range $7,263.00 - $7,263.00 CAD Monthly Posting End Date September 30, 2025

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 Description Summary

The Dayshift Sub-Head 4th Class position is responsible for the overall direction of the Indoor Air Quality Program (IAQ). They provide supervision of Mechanical Maintenance assistants, as delegated by Head of Mechanical Operations. The position supervises, organizes, directs and participates in the work of Mechanical Maintenance Assistants engaged in inspecting and replacing the HVAC air filters across campus.

Organizational Status

Reports to the Head of Mechanical Operations

Work Performed

- Supervises the work of Mechanical Maintenance Assistant staff engaged in the IAQ preventative maintenance program of the air filters within campus facilities. Lays out assignments for workers, instructs them in all aspects of the work, and deals with on-site problems.

- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships with team members and to lead by example; fostering a cooperative and respectful work environment for their crew.

- Leads and participates in the training of crew members. Openly encourages team members to voice their ideas and concerns. Utilizes strength of team members to ensure optimal performance.

- Ensures that work is done on schedule and in conformity with the requirements of the work order and in compliance with applicable codes, guidelines and safety regulations.

- Utilizes the Building Management System to identify malfunctions in noted equipment and stops and starts remote equipment as appropriate.

- Diagnoses issues with equipment and carries out inspections and tests as needed, recommends solution to the Head of Mechanical Operations.

- Estimates materials, equipment, tools, worker hours, etc., needed to complete work assigned; initiates action for all requests and/or obtains materials needed.

- May be required to maintain a store of equipment and materials and receive and issue items to workers as needed.

- Liais es and communicates with the Head of Mechanical Operations, Maintenance Planning team and other stakeholders, to ensure the efficient delivery of service and, to actively solicit ideas and opinions to assess service, solutions or alternatives to determine ways to improve service.

- Co-ordinates the work of the Mechanical Maintenance Assistants and co-operates with other trade groups to achieve a smooth flow of work.

- Maintains time keeping records of employees and details of work carried out. Utilizes the Department s computer maintenance management systems to identify and record equipment information and regulatory inspections.

- Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.

- Ability to adapt to changing workload priorities, effectively reprioritizing or deferring tasks in line with operational and strategic goals.

- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, while also maintaining written records and reports.

- Ability to provide quality service to customers in a courteous, patient manner and effectively resolve complaints in a calm manner; exercising sound judgment.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Makes decisions regarding the organization and allocation of mechanical maintenance assistants work and acceptability of work performed. Inappropriate decisions may result in serious safety and financial concerns and/or loss of service to the University.

Supervision

Supervision Received - Reports to the Head of Mechanical Operations.

Supervision Given - Organizes the work of Mechanical Maintenance personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• BC 4th Class Power Engineering Certification
• 5 years of related experience in an industrial setting.
• Valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license.
• NCT Level 1

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the HVAC Industry
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems an asset
• Machining experience will be considered an asset.
• Will ingness 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