SubHead Trades 2-Metal Worker – University of British Columbia

Staff – Union

Job Category
CUPE 116

Job Profile
CUPE 116 Salaried – SubHead Trades 2 – Metal Worker

Job Title
SubHead Trades 2-Metal Worker

Department
Mechanical Maintenance | Mechanical Trades | Building Operations

Compensation Range
$5,927.00 – $6,325.00 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date
October 8, 2021

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date

Job Description Summary

UBC Building Operations provides comprehensive facilities maintenance, operations and renovation services for lands and buildings owned by the University of British Columbia. Trades are the heart and hands of Building Operations; they provide a wide range of services for the maintenance, repair and operation of all buildings on campus.

The Sub Head Metal Worker works in the Sheet Metal shop of Building Operations and prepares cost estimates, organizes and direct the work of an assigned area and/or crew of Sheet Metal Workers and assigned Labourers engaged in maintenance, installation and renovation work.

Organizational Status

The Sub Head Metal Worker reports to the Mechanical Trades Manager and works under the general supervision of the Head Metal Worker of their assigned crew. The Sub Head provides daily supervision to Sheet Metal Workers, assigned Labourers, Apprentices and other skilled trades workers.

Work Performed

Supervises, organizes and allocates the work of Sheet Metal Workers and assigned Labourers engaged in scheduled maintenance, installation and renovation activities.

Carries out inspections and tests.

Diagnoses defects in building systems and equipment, and takes remedial action as required or recommends solutions to supervisory staff verbally or in writing.

Supervises and participates in training workers/apprentices as necessary.

Deals with day-to-day on-site problems by initiating appropriate action to correct the situation.

Participates in or performs the job duties of a Metal Worker.

Prepares cost estimates for jobs and orders required materials.

Checks to ensure that work is completed in accordance with requirements and specifications.

Maintains work function related records, such as, timekeeping, costing, tools, equipment and work assignments.

Ensures that employees under his/her jurisdiction work in accordance with all applicable safety standards and practices and university and departmental policies and procedures.

Responds to service requests and emergency call-outs.

Coordinates with other shops.

Communicates with clients as required to ensure a quality customer service experience and the efficient delivery of service.

May be required to transport workers and equipment to and from job sites using assigned vehicles.

May be required to maintain, issue and keep records of a store of equipment and material required for work.

Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

The Sub Head makes decisions regarding the organization and allocation of trades and labouring work and acceptability of work performed for their assigned area and/or crew; inappropriate decisions may result in service delays, costs and possible safety issues.

Supervision Received

The Sub Head reports to the Mechanical Trades Manager in Building Operations and works under the general supervision of the Head Metal Worker of their assigned crew. The Sub Head works from oral and written instructions, work orders, drawings and specifications on a daily basis.

Supervision Given

The Sub Head Metal Worker organizes, allocates and supervises the work of metal workers and Labourers; providing training, assistance and supervision on an ongoing basis.

Minimum Qualifications

A trade certification to journeyperson level as a Sheet Metal Worker and Valid B.C. Driver s License.Minimum 5 years of related experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of relevant industrial safety regulations and building codes. Ability to analyze and interpret drawings, specification and maintenance manuals and use this information to resolve technical issues using superior problem solving skills and innovation. Effective oral and written communication, organizational and problem solving skills. Ability to work various shift patterns dependent upon operational needs. Proficient use of smartphones, tablets, PC s and Microsoft windows and office software. Ability to provide quality service to customers in a courteous, patient manner and effectively resolve complaints in a calm manner; exercising sound judgment. Ability to explain, assign, and monitor work of their assigned crew; communicating clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to effectively train, supervise, coach, mentor and motivate employees and proactively resolve conflicts that arise. Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships with team members and to lead by example; fostering a cooperative and respectful work environment for their crew.