Sub-Head Refrigeration Mechanic Facilities
Sub-Head Refrigeration Mechanic Facilities
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IUOE 115Job Profile
IUOE - Sub-Head RefrigerationMechanicJob Title
Sub-Head Refrigeration Mechanic - FacilitiesDepartment
Mechanical Operations Mechanical Trades Building OperationsCompensation Range
$7767.00 - $7767.00 CAD MonthlyPosting End Date
September 30 2025Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
OngoingAt 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.
Job Summary
Sub-Head Refrigeration Mechanics are responsible for the supervision of Mechanical Maintenance and Refrigeration Mechanic staff as delegated by the Trades Manager. The position supervises organizes directs and participates in the work of Refrigeration Mechanics engaged in the installation maintenance inspection and repair of SHCS refrigeration machinery.
Organizational Status
Reports to Trades Manager
Work Performed
Supervises and participates in the work of Refrigeration Mechanics and Mechanical Maintenance staff engaged in the preventative maintenance and repairs within SHCS facilities including heating ventilation air conditioning and refrigeration systems specialized chilled water systems chillers heat pumps environmental chambers data centre cooling systems and associated equipment. Lays out assignments for workers instructs them in all aspects of the work and deals with on-site problems.
Works alongside the SHCS Head and Sub Heads to motivate employees and proactively resolve any staffing issues that arise. Openly encourages other team members to voice their ideas and concerns. Utilizes the strengths of team members to ensure optimal performance.
Develops and maintains cooperative and productive working relationships with team members and leads by example fostering a cooperative and respectful work environment for their crew.
Participates in the training of workers as needed.
Ensures that work is done on schedule and in conformity with the requirements of the work order and in compliance with applicable codes guidelines and safety regulations.
Utilizes the Building Management System to identify malfunctions in noted equipment and stops and starts remote equipment as appropriate.
Diagnoses defects in plant or equipment and carries out inspections and tests as needed recommends solution to the Trades Manager. Creates reports as needed.
Estimates materials equipment tools worker hours etc. needed to complete work assigned; initiates action for all requests and/or obtains materials needed.
May be required to maintain a store of equipment and materials and receive and issue items to workers as needed.
Liaises and communicates with other Heads and Sub-Heads and stakeholders to ensure the efficient delivery of service and to actively solicit ideas and opinions to assess service solutions or alternatives to determine ways to improve service.
Co-ordinates the work of and co-operates with other trade groups to achieve a smooth flow of work.
Maintains time keeping records of employees and details of work carried out. Utilizes the Departments computer maintenance management systems to identify and record equipment information and regulatory inspections.
Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Close attention is required to identify and correct mechanical problems that could result in serious safety and financial concerns and/or loss of service to the University. Must be able to make decisions regarding the organization and allocation of trades work and acceptability of work performed. Errors in judgement could result in damage to University assets and/or an unsafe work environment thereby increasing the chance of injuries.
Supervision Received
Reports to the Trades Manager
Supervision Given
Organizes the work of Mechanical Maintenance and Refrigeration Mechanics personnel
Minimum Qualifications
Red Seal or BCTQ Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Certification. 5 years of related experience in an industrial setting. Valid B.C. Class 5 drivers license. Knowledge of the safe utilization of power and hand tools. Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems an asset
BC 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate of Competency is desirable. Ability to supervise allocate and direct the work of Refrigeration Mechanics and Mechanical Maintenance Assistants. Ability to maintain records and write reports. Ability to adapt to changing workload priorities effectively reprioritizing or deferring tasks in line with operational and strategic goals. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 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 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.
Willingness to respect diverse perspectives including perspectives in conflict with ones own
Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing ones own awareness knowledge and skills related to equity diversity and inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Student Housing and Community Services operations procedures and processes are an asset.
Ability to effectively use standard office software packages (Microsoft Office)
Employment Type
Full-Time
