Utility Worker

UBC The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian university in Vancouver is seeking a Utility Worker to perform maintenance and repairs to buildings and equipment. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, experience in facility maintenance, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The role includes working with various systems and tools in a dynamic environment. The salary range is CAD 4187 to CAD 4597 monthly.

Qualifications

• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work at heights and lift heavy objects.
• Valid BC driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor maintenance and repairs to buildings and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair various equipment and systems.
• Assist in event setups and collaborate with contractors.

Skills

Restaurant Experience

Food Service

Hand Tools

Construction Experience

Power Tools

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certificate in building maintenance preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Lift Truck

Job description

Overview

Staff - Union

Job Category CUPE 116

Job Profile CUPE 116 Salaried - Utility Worker

Job Title Utility Worker

Department Service Workers and Housekeeping Attendants Student Housing and Community Services

Compensation Range 4187.00 - $4597.00 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date August 24 2025

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

Job End Date December 15 2025

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

Performs minor maintenance and repairs to buildings and equipment.

Organizational Status

Reports to the Building Services Manager. Interacts with department staff trade staff and contractors.

Work Performed

Performs minor maintenance and repairs related to electrical plumbing and building systems reflected in typical duties as follows:

Troubleshoots and repairs various equipment such as floor polishers ride-on cleaning equipment vacuums appliance cords.

Replaces lamps and bulbs for a variety of regular and specialized lighting within and outside campus buildings including underwater in the pool area; work is performed at various heights up to approximately 50 ft. some of which is performed using large specialized equipment such as genies and man-lifts.

Replaces or repairs other non-wiring related components throughout electrical systems such as cover plates and lens covers.

Conducts minor maintenance on plumbing systems such as replacing washers and cartridges in waterless urinals clearing plugged toilets and drains making temporary leak repairs maintaining bio-degradable sewage systems and providing emergency shut off of water supply service.

Repairs maintains and makes adjustments to building systems and related parts such as flooring base doors windows glazing blinds ceiling tiles flashing roofs parapets and skylights including utilizing the minor application of sealants caulking and other waterproofing compounds; cleans and repairs eavestroughing down pipes and catch basins; performs minor plaster and wallboard repairs; performs minor painting and paint repairs; lubricates locks closers hinges etc.; replaces dispensing equipment in various areas; and changing batteries on audible alarms or other equipment.

Dusts / cleans ceiling areas high beams etc.

Removes animal feces from occupied areas.

Assists other staff when clean up is required such as floods wiping of equipment and snow removal.

Assists trade staff in performing trade and maintenance tasks.

Works in conjunction with contractors in performing assigned duties.

Participates with other departments in event setups.

Maintains records of repairs and notes additional repairs required.

Utilizes a variety of hand and power tools and large specialized equipment such as genies and man-lifts in the performance of duties.

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

Consequence of Error / Judgement

Works within well defined guidelines and procedures but is expected to exercise judgement in carrying tasks through to completion; poor work practices or failure to report problems could result in damage to university property and could result in safety concerns for other staff and / or clients as most work is completed in public areas.

Supervision

Supervision Received Works under general supervision receiving detailed instructions during orientation and subsequent new assignments or changes in procedures.

Supervision Given None.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

High School of two years experience or the equivalent combination of education and completion of facility maintenance course or similar courses in building maintenance or courses related to building systems including carpentry small appliance repairs or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Working knowledge of equipment and tools associated with building maintenance and repair and building systems. Certificate in building maintenance preferred. Proficiency in computer software and work order systems required.

Effective oral and written communication interpersonal and organizational skills.

Ability to work at heights and lift heavy objects.

Ability to operate related equipment.

Valid BC driver s license.

Must be bondable.

Ability to work afternoon / evening and weekend shifts.

Key Skills

Restaurant Experience,Food Service,GIS,Hand Tools,Lift Truck Experience,Construction Experience,Wastewater,Commercial Driving,Screen Printing,Operations Management,Sanitation,Power Tools

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 4187 - 4597