Carpenter - Sessional

Organizational Unit
University of Victoria - VP Finance and Operations - Facilities Management
Location
University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)
Posting Close Date
Ongoing until filled
Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.
FTE
1.0
Salary Grade
$5,8+1.00 - $5,+62.00
Additional Posting Information:
N/A
Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.
Hours of Work
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Employee Group:
CUPE +17 - Regular
# of Hires Needed
1
Position Number
++2657
Category
Building and Grounds Maintenance, Installation, Maintenance, and Repair, Other
About this Opportunity
As stewards of the campus, Facilities Management (FMGT) fosters and enriches an inviting and functional environment that welcomes and supports all who come here. Facilities Management’s customers include Deans, departments, faculty, staff and students. The department’s branches work together as a team to ensure a high standard of customer service delivery, as well as the provision of capital projects, and effective, efficient and safe performance for the operation and maintenance of campus buildings.

Sessional employees work full time hours on a part year basis; this sessional position would work 7 months per year, with the term recurring annually.

*This position is eligible for a Modified Work Schedule*

*Posting is ongoing until filled, but application review will commence on 2 June 2025*

Job Summary
Under general supervision, provides journeyman level skills in carpentry to complete construction and repairs according to work orders and plans. Repairs and renovates furniture and fixtures using hand and power tools. Ability to produce high quality product, including application of laminated plastic surfaces. Repairs roofing, erects framing, applies sheathing and trim to interior and exterior surfaces. Keeps records of time and material used by project. Maintains tools, equipment and supplies used. Reports repairs required to supervisor. Maintains safe working conditions.

Job Requirements
Must have completed apprenticeship and hold current Trades Qualification. Journeyman (M/F) level skills and demonstrated proficiency in performing carpenter trades tasks. Good working knowledge of local building codes and practices. Sufficient strength, stamina and coordination to perform a variety of routine heavy manual and machine operation tasks. Valid B.C. driver's license required to drive light truck in performance of above duties.

Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and human rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups.

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact: uviccareers@uvic.ca Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

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