Organizational Unit

University of Victoria -> VP Finance and Operations -> Facilities Management

Location

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date

Ongoing until filled

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

3

Position Number

998374, 990316, 998379

Category

Building and Grounds Maintenance, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Other

About this Opportunity

Are you looking to join one of Canada’s leading universities? Facilities Management is currently looking to connect with qualified Mechanical Trades Workers. Could this be you?

You will rely on your excellent interpersonal skills and relationship building talents to collaborate with clients and colleagues throughout the University of Victoria. You’re a flexible, effective problem solver, and a confident and self-motivated individual who enjoys networking with the university community and maintaining autonomy, with a keen desire to learn and provide exceptional client service.

It pays to work here too! We practice fun with purpose at work, and offer the following benefits to our exceptional staff:

• Eligible for extended medical coverage (i.e. prescriptions, eye glasses, chiropractic, massage, naturopathic, orthotics etc.), dental coverage (after probation), LTD, Life Insurance, Optional Life Insurance, and Pension

• All staff are eligible for the following paid leaves:

  • Vacation
  • Sick leave, which is cumulative year to year.
  • Jury leave
  • Compassionate & Bereavement Leave
  • Cultural Leave
  • Overtime is banked, or paid at double
  • After 15-years of service you are eligible for an additional 22-days of Long Service vacation (this is on top of your vacation entitlement)
  • Emergency Leave
  • A free two hours away from work to attend medical appointments (unlimited)
  • Dependent Sick Leave

• The employee supplies all tools originally, then as long as they’re stored on campus UVic will replace them if they break or are old.

• Every two years workers are eligible to submit a receipt for steel toed boots. We reimburse up to $250 for these

• Reimbursement of approved professional development expenses

• Access to a free Employee Assistance Program

• Discounted bus or parking pass

• Discounted membership at the athletics facility

• Discounted courses at Continuing Studies

• Access to free on-campus courses

A willingness and ability to work any recognized shift, including weekends, is expected. From time to time, hours of work may be adjusted to suit operational needs.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada AND continued employment is dependent upon ongoing eligibility to legally work in Canada.

*This position is eligible for a Modified Work Schedule*

*Posting is ongoing until filled, but application review will commence on 4 August 2025*

Job Summary

As stewards of the campus, Facilities Management fosters and enriches an inviting and functional environment that welcomes and supports all who come here. Facilities Management clients include faculty, staff and students. As part of Facilities Management the Mechanical Shop reflects high service delivery standards and requirements. The team works together to ensure effective, efficient and safe performance for the operation, maintenance and repair of building systems on campus.

Under general supervision, the Plant Mechanic will provide journeyperson or technician level skills in any one of the following trades: machinist; pipe/steam fitter; millwright (industrial mechanic); power engineer (min 3rd class); pipefitter/welder(pressure); or refrigeration/air conditioning or other similar trade or technical qualification suitable to UVic Facilities Management as defined by the Industrial Training Authority of BC (ITA), BC Safety Authority and/or recognized licensing or training institutions.The Plant Mechanic will fabricate, install, alter, repair and/or service any plant mechanical system or equipment designed for the purposes of heating and/or cooling (transfer of heat energy) or other mechanical or hydraulic energy. Includes work such as piping, gas-fitting, controls and electrical work related to this classification of equipment and where licensed and qualified by the relevant jurisdiction(s) as having authority to do this work.

Regulated work shall be performed only by incumbents holding required qualifications. The incumbent also performs related duties of similar scope and complexity in collaboration or independently within a multidisciplinary shop and full service facilities department which provides such services as plant and facilities engineering maintenance services. The incumbent will also assist in emergent situations, as reasonably declared by employer, within the physical and skill capacity of the individual.

Shall conform to all best practices in relation to UVic, regulated and industry standards of work and behaviors, including compliance to Worksafe BC regulations.

Job Requirements

Skills:

• Ability to use initiative and varied trade skills in diagnosing and effecting repairs.
• Ability to carry out an effective work schedule, under general supervision and utilize materials and equipment for maximum benefit.
• Ability to plan and organize work efficiently.
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, staff and students.
• Ability to operate and maintain control systems.
• Literate in the use of personal computers and the MS office suite.
• Ability to use resources and supplies in an efficient and cost effective manner.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Ability to use hand and fixed power tools effectively (both fixed and portable) i.e. tools associated with mechanical trades including multi meters and other diagnostic equipment.
• Competency in soldering, brazing, tack and cutting (with torch or electric).

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. These competencies represent the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to advance the initiatives of the unit/department and the university.

Specialized Knowledge/Education:

• Completion of an approved apprenticeship or training program acceptable to employer.
• Millwright (Industrial Mechanic); Pipe/steam Fitter; Power Engineering 3rd Class; Pipefitter/Welder (Pressure) or Refrigeration & A/C Mechanic TQ or related mechanical trade or occupation within HVAC industry.
• Extensive institutional HVAC experince or equivalent.
• Ammonia plant experience desirable.

For All Crafts:

• BC or IP Red Seal Trade or Certificate of Qualification.
• Valid British Columbia driver's license.
• Good physical health, sufficient strength, stamina and coordination to perform a variety of routine heavy manual and machine operation tasks continuously.

Experience:

5 years at the journeyperson/technician level in applicable trade preferably in an institutional environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness and ability to work any recognized shift including weekends.
• May be required to assist with departmental response to emergent and safety related concerns.

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.

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