QRRC Facility Support
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About the role
Quesnel River Research Centre (QRRC), Likely, BC
CUPE, Regular, Full-time
Internal applicants from CUPE Local 3799 will be given priority consideration.
This position will provide assistance to both the QRRC Operations Manager and QRRC Facility Maintenance by supporting facility maintenance, research, and education at the facility. The position will report to the QRRC Operations Manager, who will assign administrative and research support duties. The QRRC Facility Support position will work closely with QRRC Facility Maintenance to assist with groundskeeping, snow removal, and maintenance.
Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Providing a functional and safe facility for research and education by helping to maintain the land and maintaining and repairing the physical infrastructure;
- Protecting the assets of the QRRC by assisting with scheduled equipment maintenance and scheduled or emergency maintenance, and responding to on-site equipment emergencies including mechanical, plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, landscaping, and janitorial work;
- Providing support to the salmon hatchery under the direction of the QRRC Operations Manager;
- Supporting research with a user-oriented approach to assisting with fabrication of devices using metal, plastic, glass and wood, by assisting with experimental set up and sampling, by assisting with research operations as appropriate, and by operating powerboats and mobile equipment such as a Bobcat;
- Maintaining a safe working environment and adhering to all applicable standards; and
- Picking up and delivering supplies, maintenance parts, research materials, equipment and miscellaneous items to/from Williams Lake, Prince George or other BC locations.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- One year certificate / Diploma;
- Plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, electrical or other relevant trade certification;
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years of related experience;
- Groundskeeping or snow removal experience;
- Skid steer operating experience;
- Familiarity of assorted power tools;
- Experience operating a boat; and
- A valid driver’s and boater’s license.
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Salary
This position has been classified at a Grade 6. The annual salary range for this position is 58,858.80 to $61,279.40 and the normal starting salary will be $58,858.80.
UNBC offers employee tuition waivers (including spouse and dependents), excellent benefit and pension packages, employee training and development opportunities, as well as relocation assistance. For more details please see:
http://www.unbc.ca/human-resources/employee-benefits
http://www.unbc.ca/human-resources/unbc-pension-plan
Normal hours of work will be 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Employment Equity
The University of Northern British Columbia is fully committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all. We are devoted to ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This commitment is woven into our motto and mission. In the Dakelh language, UNBC’s motto ‘En Cha Huná translates to “they also live” and means respect for all living things. Through the respect for all living things, we are able to grow and learn better together, each bringing our own unique individual differences and contributions to inspire leaders for tomorrow by influencing the world today.
Employment equity requires that we remove barriers and overcome both direct and indirect discrimination. In this way, the pool of excellent candidates increases substantially. 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, or Indigenous person.
About UNBC
Since its founding in 1990, the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) has emerged as one of Canada’s best small research-intensive universities, with a passion for teaching, discovery, people, and the North. UNBC’s excellence is derived from community-inspired research, hands-on learning, and alumni who are leading change around the world.
Since time immemorial, Indigenous peoples have walked gently on the diverse traditional territories where the University of Northern British Columbia community is grateful to live, work, learn, and play. We are committed to building and nurturing relationships with Indigenous peoples, we acknowledge their traditional lands, and we thank them for their hospitality. UNBC’s largest campus in Prince George is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh, in the spectacular landscape near the geographic centre of beautiful British Columbia.
UNBC consistently ranks in the top three in its category in the annual Maclean’s university rankings. UNBC also recently placed among the top five per cent of higher education institutions worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
With a diverse student population, the University is friendly, inclusive, and supportive. Prince George is a city of ~80,000 people with impressive cultural, educational, and recreational amenities. For more information about living and working in Prince George, please refer to http://www.unbc.ca/experience and https://moveupprincegeorge.ca. Make your mark with this leading post-secondary institution.
To Apply
Applicants should create an applicant profile and apply on this position by uploading and submitting a cover letter and resume. This position is part of CUPE Local 3799 and is an on-campus position, based at the on-campus position, based at the Quesnel River Research Centre located in Likely, BC.
The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from the four designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities) as well as the 2SLGBTQ+ communities and individuals with intersectional identities.
Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at employeewellbeing@unbc.ca. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
UNBC does not use artificial intelligence to screen candidate applications.
Applications will be accepted until 4:30 PM on May 18, 2026.
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About University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC)
Located in the spectacular landscape of northern British Columbia, UNBC is one of Canada’s best small universities, according to the rankings compiled by Maclean's magazine. We have a passion for teaching, research, discovery, people, the environment, and the North.
UNBC provides outstanding undergraduate and graduate learning opportunities that explore cultures, health, economies, and the environment. As one of BC’s research-intensive universities, we bring the excitement of new knowledge to all of our students, and the outcomes of our teaching and research to the world. In addition to fostering and celebrating academic excellence, UNBC is a welcoming place, with a learning environment that is friendly, inclusive, and supportive.
UNBC is a university both in and for the North, and this mission has instilled a strong sense of ownership, purpose, and adventure among our students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve. We are also Canada’s Green University™ , leading the way to a more sustainable future for all.
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QRRC Facility Support
Top Benefits
About the role
Quesnel River Research Centre (QRRC), Likely, BC
CUPE, Regular, Full-time
Internal applicants from CUPE Local 3799 will be given priority consideration.
This position will provide assistance to both the QRRC Operations Manager and QRRC Facility Maintenance by supporting facility maintenance, research, and education at the facility. The position will report to the QRRC Operations Manager, who will assign administrative and research support duties. The QRRC Facility Support position will work closely with QRRC Facility Maintenance to assist with groundskeeping, snow removal, and maintenance.
Responsibilities
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Providing a functional and safe facility for research and education by helping to maintain the land and maintaining and repairing the physical infrastructure;
- Protecting the assets of the QRRC by assisting with scheduled equipment maintenance and scheduled or emergency maintenance, and responding to on-site equipment emergencies including mechanical, plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, landscaping, and janitorial work;
- Providing support to the salmon hatchery under the direction of the QRRC Operations Manager;
- Supporting research with a user-oriented approach to assisting with fabrication of devices using metal, plastic, glass and wood, by assisting with experimental set up and sampling, by assisting with research operations as appropriate, and by operating powerboats and mobile equipment such as a Bobcat;
- Maintaining a safe working environment and adhering to all applicable standards; and
- Picking up and delivering supplies, maintenance parts, research materials, equipment and miscellaneous items to/from Williams Lake, Prince George or other BC locations.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- One year certificate / Diploma;
- Plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, electrical or other relevant trade certification;
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years of related experience;
- Groundskeeping or snow removal experience;
- Skid steer operating experience;
- Familiarity of assorted power tools;
- Experience operating a boat; and
- A valid driver’s and boater’s license.
An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Salary
This position has been classified at a Grade 6. The annual salary range for this position is 58,858.80 to $61,279.40 and the normal starting salary will be $58,858.80.
UNBC offers employee tuition waivers (including spouse and dependents), excellent benefit and pension packages, employee training and development opportunities, as well as relocation assistance. For more details please see:
http://www.unbc.ca/human-resources/employee-benefits
http://www.unbc.ca/human-resources/unbc-pension-plan
Normal hours of work will be 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Employment Equity
The University of Northern British Columbia is fully committed to creating and maintaining an equitable, diverse, and inclusive environment that is accessible to all. We are devoted to ensuring a welcoming, safe, and inclusive campus free from harassment, bullying, and discrimination. This commitment is woven into our motto and mission. In the Dakelh language, UNBC’s motto ‘En Cha Huná translates to “they also live” and means respect for all living things. Through the respect for all living things, we are able to grow and learn better together, each bringing our own unique individual differences and contributions to inspire leaders for tomorrow by influencing the world today.
Employment equity requires that we remove barriers and overcome both direct and indirect discrimination. In this way, the pool of excellent candidates increases substantially. 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, or Indigenous person.
About UNBC
Since its founding in 1990, the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) has emerged as one of Canada’s best small research-intensive universities, with a passion for teaching, discovery, people, and the North. UNBC’s excellence is derived from community-inspired research, hands-on learning, and alumni who are leading change around the world.
Since time immemorial, Indigenous peoples have walked gently on the diverse traditional territories where the University of Northern British Columbia community is grateful to live, work, learn, and play. We are committed to building and nurturing relationships with Indigenous peoples, we acknowledge their traditional lands, and we thank them for their hospitality. UNBC’s largest campus in Prince George is located on the traditional unceded territory of the Lheidli T’enneh, in the spectacular landscape near the geographic centre of beautiful British Columbia.
UNBC consistently ranks in the top three in its category in the annual Maclean’s university rankings. UNBC also recently placed among the top five per cent of higher education institutions worldwide by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.
With a diverse student population, the University is friendly, inclusive, and supportive. Prince George is a city of ~80,000 people with impressive cultural, educational, and recreational amenities. For more information about living and working in Prince George, please refer to http://www.unbc.ca/experience and https://moveupprincegeorge.ca. Make your mark with this leading post-secondary institution.
To Apply
Applicants should create an applicant profile and apply on this position by uploading and submitting a cover letter and resume. This position is part of CUPE Local 3799 and is an on-campus position, based at the on-campus position, based at the Quesnel River Research Centre located in Likely, BC.
The University of Northern British Columbia is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from the four designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities) as well as the 2SLGBTQ+ communities and individuals with intersectional identities.
Persons with disabilities, who anticipate needing accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, may contact UNBC Health & Wellbeing at employeewellbeing@unbc.ca. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest in UNBC however, only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
UNBC does not use artificial intelligence to screen candidate applications.
Applications will be accepted until 4:30 PM on May 18, 2026.
Not the right fit? Search for QRRC Facility Support jobs in Likely, BC
About University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC)
Located in the spectacular landscape of northern British Columbia, UNBC is one of Canada’s best small universities, according to the rankings compiled by Maclean's magazine. We have a passion for teaching, research, discovery, people, the environment, and the North.
UNBC provides outstanding undergraduate and graduate learning opportunities that explore cultures, health, economies, and the environment. As one of BC’s research-intensive universities, we bring the excitement of new knowledge to all of our students, and the outcomes of our teaching and research to the world. In addition to fostering and celebrating academic excellence, UNBC is a welcoming place, with a learning environment that is friendly, inclusive, and supportive.
UNBC is a university both in and for the North, and this mission has instilled a strong sense of ownership, purpose, and adventure among our students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the communities we serve. We are also Canada’s Green University™ , leading the way to a more sustainable future for all.