Facilities Assistant

Position Job Title : Facilities Assistant

Location : Vancouver, BC (On-Site)

Reports To : Associate Director Facilities & Building Operations

Primary Purpose

University Canada West is seeking a full-time Facilities Assistant who will assist in managing UCW facilities and will be responsible for general maintenance of the physical facilities, resource support for day-to-day building operations and maintaining a clean and safe facility environment for an optional learning and work environment.

This position provides maintenance, custodial and office moving services within the campus buildings. Providing excellent customer service and support to patrons by providing conflict resolution, and information about Campus Recreation programs, services, and facilities, is also expected of a Facilities Assistant.

Other duties may be assigned by Supervisor / Manager.

Specific Responsibilities

The Facilities Assistant will at various times be responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned to support the business objectives and purpose of the University.

Maintenance Service

• Complete minor repairs and renovations to buildings, furniture and equipment.
• Minor painting of the exterior of buildings, including exit doors, bollards, handrails, and benches.
• Support Facilities Planning by installing building interior way-finding signage for rooms, spaces, and buildings, according to prescriptive institutional guidelines.
• Install and remove wall fixtures including, whiteboards, pinboards, graduate class pictures, and works of art.
• Carry out heavy cleaning tasks and special projects.
• Perform the installation, replacement, and storage / recording of many different types of ceiling tiles.
• Assist in office relocations, including but not limited to moving and rearranging furniture or items.
• Assist with campus layouts and provide support when there are changes and / or reconfigurations.
• Remove snow from steps and walkways, including sidewalks, and applies sand and de-icing products to enhance the safety of the campus.

This is performed in extreme cold and slippery conditions.

Custodial Service

• Arrive early on site and execute campus opening inspection duties washrooms, common areas, offices, classrooms, etc.
• Respond to facilities requests to provide necessary assistance to staff, students, and visitors in a timely manner.
• Serve as the first responder for emergencies, including supporting the completion of appropriate documentation and reports.
• Assist the IT department with disconnecting and re-connecting IT equipment during basic office moves to reduce the man-hours required by their department.
• Follow written instructions and images on how to do this correctly.
• Collaborate with other members of the security, facilities, health and safety and administrative team to ensure that the University campuses are always clean and safe.
• Support contract custodial services through the repair of washroom fixtures and dispensers and performing building inspections.
• Assist in dispatching custodians for on-demand work, coordinating large events, pre- and post-event cleaning during operational and non-operational hours of the facilities.
• Perform and document routine inspection and maintenance activities.
• Perform pick-up and delivery duties in connection with custodial functions.
• Promote a safe and clean working environment.
• Maintain University’s stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements.
• Adhere to all University operating standards.

Position Requirements

Competencies :

• Strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently and make quick sound decisions in the fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision as well as in the team setting as per the department's needs
• Proven working experience as a Janitor
• Ability to handle heavy equipment and machinery
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies
• Familiarity with Material Safety Data Sheets
• Excellent multi-tasking, prioritizing, and organizational abilities
• High level of proficiency in English, including strong written and verbal skills
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and the capacity to learn to drive material handling equipment such as skid steers, drills, etc.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly
• Ability to work in confined areas and sustain long periods of bending over
• Ability to work safely at heights

Education and Experience :

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2 years of combined facilities and janitorial experience
• OFA Level 1 certification an asset
• Class 5 Driver’s License (asset), travel between campuses required

We greatly appreciate your time and efforts in applying for the position at UCW; however, please note that only successful candidates will be contacted due to the high volume of applications.

University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The University recognizes that applicants may have had obligations outside of work that have negatively impacted their record of achievements (e.

g., parental, elder care and / or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process. If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please include this note in your application.