IUOE Millwright

OverviewDepartment Mechanical Maintenance Trades | Mechanical | Building Operations | FacilitiesStaff - UnionJob Category IUOE 115Job Profile IUOE - MillwrightJob Title IUOE MillwrightCompensation Range $7,263.00 - $7,263.00 CAD MonthlyPosting End Date January 25, 2026Note: 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.Compensation and BenefitsAnnual salary: $87,156 (Gross) – Hourly salary: $46.56 (Gross)Supplemental Pay Types:Opportunity for OT at double time (bankable for additional time off)Evening/Weekend shift premiums when applicableSchedule:Working nine weekday shifts (7:00 am to 3:30 pm) over a two-week periodEvery second Friday or Monday offGeneral Vacation Allotments:Year 1: 1.25 vacation days earned per monthYear 2: Three weeks of vacationYear 5: Four weeks of vacationYear 8: Five weeks of vacationYear 14–18: One additional day of vacation earned per yearYear 18: Six weeks of vacationEvery year: Three additional vacation days between Christmas and New YearUniversity Pension Contributions: 9.4% of your gross pensionable earnings (basic salary).Tuition Credit Eligibility: 12 credits of UBC undergraduate courses (transferable to eligible dependent spouse or child), or UBC Extended Learning and approved Sauder School of Business Continuing Business Studies non-credit courses (dollar equivalent of 12 undergraduate credits).Other UBC Perks: Read more here.Two positions are currently available.Job Description SummaryMillwrights are responsible for the installation, maintenance, inspection and repair of UBC machinery and equipment. Millwrights ensure proper functioning of University equipment, minimize downtime, maintain and extend equipment lifespan and ensure safe and efficient operating conditions at all times. Millwrights are expected to work on equipment throughout the University including; material handling, HVAC, pumping systems, laboratory ventilation, steam distribution and plants.Organizational StatusReports to the Head Millwright or Sub-Head Millwright.Work PerformedFabricate/Install new University machinery and equipment.Operate lathes and milling machines and machine shop tools to fabricate parts and components.Perform inspections and conduct preventative maintenance of equipment.Diagnose equipment failures and/or malfunctions using the automated Building Management System and repair as needed.Undertake equipment performance testing and commissioning.Rebuild compressors, pumps, pneumatic/hydraulic systems and material handling systems.Weld, braze and solder to repair or fabricate components of HVAC, pumping, materials handling and conveying systems.Install and commission new HVAC machinery and equipment, such as air handlers.Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, operating manuals to assist in the installation, diagnostic and repair of equipment.Interpret and carry out written and/or oral instructions and create written reports as required.Communicate with customers and other trade groups as required to ensure the efficient delivery of service.Use precision alignment equipment such as laser alignment tools, dial indicators, calipers and micrometers.Coordinate rigging and lifting equipment.Follow safe work practices and procedures as per company policies and procedures and Work Safe regulations.Adhere to all relevant environmental regulations.Perform other duties related to the qualifications and requirements of the position.Consequence of Error/JudgementClose attention is required to identify and correct equipment problems that could result in serious safety and financial concerns and/or loss of service to the University. Must be able to make quick and accurate assessment of equipment failures to minimize equipment damage.SupervisionSupervision Received: Works under the Supervision of the Head Millwright or Sub-Head Millwright.Supervision Given: None.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Red Seal or BCTQ Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certification. Valid B.C. Class 5 driver’s license. Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own. Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.Preferred Qualifications: 3-5 years of related experience in an industrial setting. 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate is desirable. Competency in welding. Practical knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. knowledge of the safe utilization of power and hand tools. Demonstrated trouble shooting and problem solving skills. Ability to work in a team environment. Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and effectively meet deadlines. Machining experience will be considered an asset. #J-18808-Ljbffr