Utility Person in Kamloops, British Columbia at Thompson Rivers University

Applications will be reviewed commencing the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” and may continue until the position is filled.

Internal CUPE applicants must submit their application by 4pm on the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” for their Seniority to be recognized. Applications received after the "closing date for internal CUPE applicants" will be considered alongside external applicants.

Provides utility, delivery and janitorial services; performs tasks related to the maintenance of buildings, grounds, vehicles and equipment.

MAJOR 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
   • Cean 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
Assistant Director, Building Operations

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

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.