Utility Person, Auxiliary/On-Call - Williams Lake, Canada - Thompson Rivers University

    Thompson Rivers University
    Thompson Rivers University Williams Lake, Canada

    1 month ago

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    Description

    DUTIES

    & RESPONSIBILITIES
    1. Stores, moves and delivers furniture, materials, supplies and equipment. Assembles and disassembles furniture, shelving and equipment.
    2. Performs seasonal grounds maintenance tasks including manual snow removal and sanding operations; maintenance of roads, walks and parking lots; lawn and bed maintenance; clean-up duties.
    3. Prepares rooms by moving and arranging chairs, desks, tables and other related furniture and equipment. Provides set up and take down support for special events.
    4. Prepares non-technical, routine facilities maintenance tasks and assists maintenance trades personnel:
      • Unplug plumbing fixture with a plunger
      • Clean out roof drains and eaves troughs
      • Replenish soap and paper towel dispensers
      • Hang clocks and replace batteries
      • Sand wood and apply edging to shelves
    5. Performs janitorial duties and replenishes washroom supplies.
    6. Recycles and disposes of waste and surplus materials, performs litter control and empties refuse containers.
    7. Replaces fluorescent tubes and incandescent bulbs.
    8. Operates, cleans and performs minor maintenance on passenger and delivery vehicles and light duty equipment.
    9. Installs and maintains signage, portable fire extinguishers, parking meters, and parking curbs and barriers.
    10. Investigates and performs pest control.
    11. Provides traffic control and support to emergency

    REPORTS TO
    Manager, Williams Lake Administration and Operations

    QUALIFICATIONS

    EDUCATION

    • Grade 12 or equivalent
    • Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License

    EXPERIENCE

    • Six months' related experience including forklift operation

    SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

    • Ability to deal with others effectively
    • Ability to operate related equipment such as a variety of hand and power tools, ladders and lifts, snow blower, power broom, pressure washer, dollies, vacuum, forklift, and delivery vehicles

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    • Exposure to extremes of heat, cold, inclement weather, temperature fluctuations
    • Exposure to noise, dust, dirt, fumes, noxious odorous, poor ventilation, restrictive work areas
    • Exposure to accident hazards and hazardous materials
    • Lifting weights greater than 20 kg
    The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.