About the role
Organizational Unit
University of Victoria -> VP Finance and Operations -> Facilities Management
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)
Posting Close Date
7 September 2025
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$6,141.00 - $6,282.00
Additional Posting Information:
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Hours of Work
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Employee Group:
CUPE 917 - Regular
of Hires Needed
1
Position Number
998389, TBA
Category
Building and Grounds Maintenance, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Other
About this Opportunity
As stewards of the campus, Facilities Management (FMGT) fosters and enriches an inviting and functional environment that welcomes and supports all who come here. Facilities Management’s customers include Deans, departments, faculty, staff and students. The department’s branches work together as a team to ensure a high standard of customer service delivery, as well as the provision of capital projects, and effective, efficient and safe performance for the operation and maintenance of campus buildings.
*This position is eligible for a Modified Work Schedule*
Job Summary
Performs tradesperson level skilled work on building electrical maintenance and or new installation work as assigned by supervisor Completes time keeping and recording keeping work associated with the assigned tasks. Maintains safe working conditions. Troubleshoots operating problems and electrical failures related to building electrical systems. Prepares for project work in the assigned areas of responsibility. Use typical tools machinery, and equipment related to the trade. Operates a light truck, Gators, or other similar vehicles.
Job Requirements
Skills:
- Excellent journey person level electrical trades skills.
- Strong customer service focus
- Effective basic computing and keyboard use.
- Able to plan and organize work.
- Able to communicate effectively with faculty, staff and outside agencies and business partners.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
- Willingness to work any recognized shift including weekends.
- The competencies represent the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to advance the initiatives of the unit/department and the university. As a staff member, this role should demonstrate UVic's Core Competencies which include Personal Effectiveness, Commitment to Quality, Navigating Change, Communication, Building Equitable Relationships, Teamwork, Service Focus, and University Community.
Specialized Knowledge/Education:
- Grade 12 (or equivalency)
- BC or interprovincial Red Seal electrical trades qualification.
- Safety training and knowledge of applicable codes and standards, and Work Safe BC regulations.
- Valid BC Class 5 driver's license.
Experience:
- Minimum of four years' experience in the electrical trade as a journeyperson.
- Tradesman level competence with fire alarm, and electrical metering monitoring systems.
- Planning, organizing and monitoring day-to-day work activities and standards in a shop and/or plant environment.
- Familiarity with use of a computerized maintenance management work order system.
Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.
Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.
Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.
Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
What UVic Offers: To learn more click here
About University of Victoria
As a top-ranked university on Canada's West Coast, we're driven by our curiosity, engagement and innovative spirit to help solve the world's biggest problems. We're guided by our principles, our extraordinary natural and cultural environment and our deep respect for learning that has come before. #UVic
About the role
Organizational Unit
University of Victoria -> VP Finance and Operations -> Facilities Management
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)
Posting Close Date
7 September 2025
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$6,141.00 - $6,282.00
Additional Posting Information:
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Hours of Work
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Employee Group:
CUPE 917 - Regular
of Hires Needed
1
Position Number
998389, TBA
Category
Building and Grounds Maintenance, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Other
About this Opportunity
As stewards of the campus, Facilities Management (FMGT) fosters and enriches an inviting and functional environment that welcomes and supports all who come here. Facilities Management’s customers include Deans, departments, faculty, staff and students. The department’s branches work together as a team to ensure a high standard of customer service delivery, as well as the provision of capital projects, and effective, efficient and safe performance for the operation and maintenance of campus buildings.
*This position is eligible for a Modified Work Schedule*
Job Summary
Performs tradesperson level skilled work on building electrical maintenance and or new installation work as assigned by supervisor Completes time keeping and recording keeping work associated with the assigned tasks. Maintains safe working conditions. Troubleshoots operating problems and electrical failures related to building electrical systems. Prepares for project work in the assigned areas of responsibility. Use typical tools machinery, and equipment related to the trade. Operates a light truck, Gators, or other similar vehicles.
Job Requirements
Skills:
- Excellent journey person level electrical trades skills.
- Strong customer service focus
- Effective basic computing and keyboard use.
- Able to plan and organize work.
- Able to communicate effectively with faculty, staff and outside agencies and business partners.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
- Willingness to work any recognized shift including weekends.
- The competencies represent the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to advance the initiatives of the unit/department and the university. As a staff member, this role should demonstrate UVic's Core Competencies which include Personal Effectiveness, Commitment to Quality, Navigating Change, Communication, Building Equitable Relationships, Teamwork, Service Focus, and University Community.
Specialized Knowledge/Education:
- Grade 12 (or equivalency)
- BC or interprovincial Red Seal electrical trades qualification.
- Safety training and knowledge of applicable codes and standards, and Work Safe BC regulations.
- Valid BC Class 5 driver's license.
Experience:
- Minimum of four years' experience in the electrical trade as a journeyperson.
- Tradesman level competence with fire alarm, and electrical metering monitoring systems.
- Planning, organizing and monitoring day-to-day work activities and standards in a shop and/or plant environment.
- Familiarity with use of a computerized maintenance management work order system.
Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.
Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.
Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.
Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
What UVic Offers: To learn more click here
About University of Victoria
As a top-ranked university on Canada's West Coast, we're driven by our curiosity, engagement and innovative spirit to help solve the world's biggest problems. We're guided by our principles, our extraordinary natural and cultural environment and our deep respect for learning that has come before. #UVic