Refrigeration Operator - UBC, Vancouver

Your impact

Under the general direction of the Chief Engineer and Senior Manager, Operations, this position is responsible for ice making operations, daily routine maintenance of auxiliary equipment, and any duties assigned for maintenance, cleanliness, set-up, and safety of the building. The incumbent plays a vital role in delivering a necessary level of customer service to clients, guests, service partners, and all rink user groups at the UBC Vancouver Campus.

• Operates and maintains all equipment connected with assigned facilities as per established procedures and standards.
• Operates and services all maintenance tools and equipment involved on the job including the ability to change blades, grease, and check oil and fluid levels.
• Performs all activities required to prepare for, produce, and maintain ice surface and building conditions as required.
• Works from instructions, operating requirements, guidelines and procedures while always working in a safe operating manner.
• Checks and ensures that workers work in a safe and correct manner and that all normal safety practices are adhered to.
• Responsible for regular plant checks.
• Responsible for keeping washrooms, dressing rooms, hallways, lounges, offices, workspaces, and all public spaces clean, free of debris, and in safe operating condition.
• Co-ordinates and oversees the work of assigned staff as required.
• Carries out other related duties as required.

What you'll bring

Candidates must meet specific educational, certification, and skill requirements to be considered for these UBC careers and jobs in UBC Vancouver Campus - Vancouver.

• High school completion
• 5th Class Power Engineer Certification
• Building Service Worker Certificate
• Fork lift operating ticket is an asset
• Valid Class 5 British Columbia driver’s license
• Experience operating ice resurface machinery and equipment
• Willing to provide a current criminal record check
• Willing to provide a current driver’s abstract
• Willing to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification
• Ability to operate ice making, refrigeration, and resurfacing equipment
• Previous experience working as a building service or maintenance worker
• Ability to make independent decisions, solve problems, and exercise good judgement
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Projects a professional appearance
• Demonstrates initiative, sound judgement, positive attitude, and responsiveness when dealing with the public, user groups, and staff
• Ability to be discrete and to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Sufficient physical and mental stamina to perform in emergency situations
• Computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite

About the employer

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff, and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Athletics and Recreation is a department within the VP Students portfolio, with a strong focus on creating an exceptional UBC student experience. The department services over 20,000 students through recreational programming, 24 varsity teams, 17 competitive club teams, and thousands of members of the community.

Perks and benefits

• Commitment to employment equity and inclusion
• Dynamic work environment supporting thousands of students and community members
• Opportunities for professional engagement within a major university setting