Utility Service Person - Halifax, Canada - Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University

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Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Position Details:

Position Information
Position Title

Utility Service Person

Ancillary Services

Department/Unit

Housing & Conference Services

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

FM0423

Employee Group

NSGEU Local 99

Position Type

Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

Rate
- $21.40 per hour

Classification

Utility Serviceperson

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading researchintensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our our more than 20,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purposedriven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Director, Facilities Operations, the incumbent is responsible for carrying out minor repairs to buildings under the jurisdiction of Ancillary Services.

Key Responsibilities

Reviews Ancillary Services Maintenance Request tickets and Room Inspection Reports (KX) on computer system and identifies whether problems can be repaired by the USP or a tradesperson, uses KX to update status of the ticket and correspond to residents
Submits Service Requests to FAMIS computer systems as directed by Assistant Director, Facilities Operations
Makes recommendations regarding operating problems and building maintenance issues
Performs routine inspections of buildings and grounds areas
Accompanies trades staff and external contractors (normally assigned by the Department of Facilities Management) to identify the problem
Arranges material acquisition through the Department of Facilities Management and through local suppliers using and reconciling the University Purchasing Card
Carries a cell phone while at work (provided)
Sets up Temp Spaces and move furniture
Performs daily, weekly, and monthly rounds, inspections, and completes paperwork for Fire Safety Binders in each building
Performs minor maintenance tasks such as:
Touch-up painting (100ft2/3m2)
Ceiling tile replacement (100ft2)
Replace/adjust door closures
Replace cores in locks
Replace light bulbs
Unclog toilets/sinks/showers/tubs
Assists other Ancillary Services USPs in other buildings as required
Performs other related duties as required

Note
A Utility Service Person will not perform certified trades work
This position works during the check-in period over the Labour Day weekend each year.
Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Dalhousie's vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination.

However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.

Required Qualifications

High school graduation and three to five years' building and maintenance experience required
Completion of Building Service Technician course preferable
Electrical and/or mechanical aptitude preferable
General knowledge of building systems, building codes and fire codes
Ability to read, interpret and prioritize work order required
Proficiency in the use of the tools of the trade (eg. Cordless drill/driver, plunger, saw, etc.)
Ability to work comfortably at heights (including personal lifts) and in confined spaces
General safety (i.e. asbestos, mould, etc) and WHMIS training an asset
Strong interpersonal skills and good communication as position works directly with students and various employee groups
Reliable and punctual
Ability to work independently and take direction.
Must be willing and able to work overtime as required.
Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations
Good computer and internet skills
Selfstarter with initiative to investigate problem areas
Experience working in an environment with young adults an asset