Maintenance Journeyman: Competition #180
An Internal/External Posting in the PPWC Employee Group.
Nelson: Tenth Street
Posted:
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Closes: Friday, October 26, 2018
Reporting to the Director of Facilities, this position provides specialized trades services and grounds maintenance at our Tenth St campus (and other campuses as required). We require a Maintenance Journeyman to provide building maintenance repairs, project renovation work to classrooms, offices, etc. utilizing a service excellence approach.
Ideally the successful candidate will have a valid Journeyman Certificate (Red Seal) in Carpentry. The successful candidate will also be responsible for general facility support which includes snow removal, lawn maintenance and grounds keeping duties and freight handling.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
General building and facility maintenance which includes:
- Carpentry (repairs and renovations including drywall finishing and painting), basic plumbing and electrical repairs
- Basic HVAC system repairs including filter changes, belt changes, etc.
- Operating building controls (Delta DDC) to maintain building temperature, lighting and door security
- Grounds maintenance, freight handling and snow removal
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Must be in good physical condition
- Desire to becoming a member of a highly motivated Selkirk College team
- Excellent communication, team work, time management, leadership and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work safely and independently, maintaining tools and keeping a clean, safe work site
- Ability to operate mobile equipment including forklift and lawn maintenance equipment
- Must be willing and able to travel between Selkirk College campuses (Castlegar and Nelson)
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Education and Experience
- High school graduation certificate and valid Journeyman Certification
- Valid BC Driver’s License
- Occupational First Aid Level III certificate preferred
- Minimum 3-4 years related experience
This is a regular, full-time position commencing approximately November 19, 2018. Salary will be Pay Grade 11, $29.76 per hour in accordance with the Selkirk College PPWC Collective Agreement.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Friday, October 26, 2018.