Facilities Supervisor

• Maintains grass vegetation and flowers.
• Orders all materials and supplies necessary to carry out responsibilities with the pre-approval from the Director of Facilities Management.
• Deals with day-to-day matters which arise in connection with
  • physical plant equipment maintenance and renovation projects deliveries and pick-ups;
  • parking services and security
  • cleaning services and room set ups
  • signage
  • key system
• Spreads topsoil lays sod plants flowers grass shrubs and trees and assists with the construction of landscape and related structures.
• Cuts fertilizes and waters lawns weeds gardens prunes shrubs and trees.
• Prepares shrubs and flower beds for seasons.
• Removes snow and ice from stairs walkways and driveways during winter months.
• Supervises employees when necessary to assist with preparation and maintenance of university grounds and buildings.
• Serves as liaison between the University and various outside groups (UNB Physical Plant Security Utilities Companies).
• Keeps equipment in operating condition.
• Performs other miscellaneous maintenance duties as required.

Shared Responsibilities:

The Facilities Supervisor collaborates with the Office Coordinator / Purchaser to ensure the following activities are accomplished:

• Receiving goods/services
• Ordering of phone sets/services
• Preparing and placing of maintenance purchase orders and work orders
• Operation of work request system
• Operation of parking services
• Ensuring University Facilities are properly equipped for various special events as required

• Education from a recognized post-secondary institution with coursework or certification in building services management.
• 4 - 6 years experience in supervisory skills facilities management and building repairs;
• Ability to lead others.
• A sound knowledge of appropriate planting seasons.
• Familiarity in construction techniques tendering processes etc.
• Competence in communication problem solving and organization.
• Knowledge of the Universitys physical plant and equipment.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to effectively share designated responsibilities.
• A sound knowledge of the use of various types of fertilizers and correct level of application.
• Experience using power equipment (mowers electric clippers snow blowers).

Working Conditions:

• Necessity to work outside in inclement weather.
• Off-site travel for pick-up and deliveries may lead to disruption in work schedule.
• Irregular hours may be required to deal with maintenance and building problems.
• Overtime will most often be required during the winter season for snow removal.
• Some heavy lifting may be required.
• Regular requirement to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Conflicting demands may cause stress.

The closing date for receipt of applications is October 30 2025. All applications are to be received by 4:30 p.m. on the closing date. Candidates are responsible for clearly demonstrating in their cover letters how they meet the requirements of the position. Please forward your cover letter and resume by clicking the Apply Now button.

An equal opportunity employer St. Thomas University is committed to employment equity for women Aboriginal peoples members of visible minority groups and persons with disabilities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Candidates must have proof they are legally entitled to work in Canada.

St. Thomas University is situated on the traditional territory of the Wolastoqiyik Wəlastəkewiyik / Maliseet whose ancestors along with the MiKmaq / Mikmaw and Passamaquoddy / Peskotomuhkati Tribes / Nations signed Peace and Friendship Treaties with the British Crown in the 1700s.

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St. Thomas University

Founded in 1910 St. Thomas is a primarily undergraduate university located in Fredericton NB. With an enrolment of 1700 students STU offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Work degrees for undergraduates in addition to distinctive program opportunities like the Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream) the Mikmaq and Wolastoqey Bachelor of Social Work and the Bachelor of Applied Arts. For those interested in post-degree or graduate studies St. Thomas offers a Bachelor of Education and a Master of Social Work.

Professors are distinguished scholars authors and commentators and provide an outstanding education to their students. STU outperforms the Canadian university average for effective teaching a supportive environment student-faculty interactions and higher order learning (National Survey of Student Engagement). Students report greater gains in critical thinking writing and problem solving when compared to the national average (CUSC Survey of First-Year Students). The university holds Canada Research Chairs in global and transnational studies and in physical culture and social life as well as a health research chair in community health and aging.

Mission

St. Thomas University prioritizes teaching and learning so that each student is prepared for personal and career fulfillment. Through leading programs informed by our humanistic approach and opportunities for experiential education we offer a robust and inclusive learning community that fosters connections across academic disciplines and emerging scholarly areas. On our beautiful campus supportive faculty and staff create the ideal place for discovery and possibility. Each St. Thomas student is empowered to think independently communicate effectively and act responsibly. Meaningful contributions to the communities we serve locally nationally and globally are made today through our teaching and research and tomorrow through the success of our alumni.

Vision

St. Thomas University commits to become the leading choice for students seeking a holistic university student experience.