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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Fleet Mechanic
Posted on November 06, 2024 by Employer details University of British Columbia
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Fleet MechanicPlease note that this posting is made with the intention of filling two (2) vacancies in our team.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. UBC offers a comprehensive benefits coverage to all eligible employees which include medical, dental and extended health plans. In addition, employees receive:Employee & Family Assistance Program Pension Vacation and Sick Leaves Professional Development Funds Tuition Waivers For more information on CUPE 116 employee benefits, please visit: https://hr.ubc.ca/benefits/Note: Additional heavy duty premium $3.30 / hour. UBC Garage ensures that Fleet and Equipment are safe, Operationally efficient, and Environmentally sustainable.About UBC FleetThe University of British Columbia Vancouver campus has more than 500 vehicles and equipment. Our diverse fleet includes but is not limited to Electric vehicles, pickup trucks, Cargo / Passenger vans, refuse-hauling trucks, construction equipment, backhoes, rugged terrain vehicles, lawnmowers, and Agriculture and landscape equipment.Job Description SummaryUBC Facilities creates outstanding university experiences by maintaining and operating the university's learning environment in the safest, simplest, sustainable, and most efficient way.Mechanics belong to the Facilities? Fleet Management Department, which offers a complete range of services for all automotive and equipment assets at the University. Within this department, the Mechanic performs skilled mechanical repair and maintenance work of campus vehicles and equipment and other mechanical equipment. The Mechanic inspects and maintains vehicles and equipment according to provincial vehicle inspection program requirements. Organizational StatusThe Mechanic belongs to the Fleet Management Department and reports to the Manager, Fleet & Asset. Works closely with other Mechanics in the unit as well as employees in other trade and administrative groups. Work PerformedAs part of the repair and maintenance of vehicles, overhauls engines, and transmissions; strong understanding of electrical and electronic systems; performs electrical and electronic diagnosis; conducts fault finding, rebuilds parts for reuse; modifies engine parts for specific purposes; and welds (using electrical and acetylene welding) and repairs equipment. Lubricates trucks, tractors, and equipment. Maintains all vehicles and equipment up to recognized standards. Experience in maintaining and servicing EV, Hybrid, and CNG vehicles Keeps current with preventive maintenance concepts using Planon and other related systems, and be familiar with manufacturer and regulatory maintenance requirements. Inspects and maintains vehicles to meet Provincial Vehicle Inspection Program requirements. Maintains gardening equipment, such as power lawnmowers, fertilizers, spreaders, chainsaws, etc. Fabricating, fitting, and modifying vehicles utilizing sheet metal facilities. Train, and monitor the work of one or more apprentices. Instructs drivers and operators in proper vehicle and equipment use and maintenance. Maintains mechanical tools and equipment used for mechanical repairs. Maintains an inventory of repair parts, order parts, and repair/maintenance estimates. Responds to Trouble Calls and Emergency Call-Outs, some of which may involve mobile repairs. Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification. Consequence of Error/JudgementIdentifies the nature of problems, determines repair/maintenance requirements, the sequence of work, the work methods and equipment to be employed and decides how best to complete the wor- LocationVancouver, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$7,057MONTH monthly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #99347
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