Trades 2 - Roofer & Caulker

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At 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 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. The Trades units provide a wide range of services for the maintenance, repair and operation of all buildings on campus.

Building Operations Carpenters perform skilled carpentry work on concrete forms, wooden framework, partitions and doorframes, moldings installation, stairs, sub-floors and floors as it pertains to the construction, repair and fabrication of buildings and may be responsible for the manufacturing of millwork and wooden furniture.

Organizational Status

Carpenters report to the Architectural Trades Manager. Carpenters work both independently as well with other carpenters and associated tradespeople, both at the apprentice and journeyperson level. Daily work assignments and instructions are given by the Architectural Trade Head and/or the Sub Head.

Work Performed

Requests and obtains material and equipment required for the work assigned.

Performs carpentry repair work, new construction and fabrication of building structures and fixtures, such as, wood and metal stud walls, wood frames, dry wall, plasterboard, forms, ceiling and floor tiles, molding and millwork.

Performs estimates and produces inspection reports on assigned jobs.

Performs emergency call outs.

Performs other trades/construction related work, such as, installing concrete reinforcing rod and wire mesh and assisting in the pouring of concrete slabs and walls.

Ensures that the workplace is safe and follows safe work practices.

May be required to manufacture millwork and wooden furniture.

Communicates with customers as required to ensure the efficient delivery of service.

Periodically, positions in this classification may be assigned responsibility for providing training to and monitoring and checking the work of one or more apprentices or labourers.

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

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Determines the sequence of work, the work methods and equipment to be employed and how best to complete the work based on technical knowledge of the trade and related departmental guidelines and policies; inappropriate decisions may result in minor service delays and/or costs.

Supervision Received

Carpenters work under general supervision from the Architectural Trade Head and Sub Head, as well as from oral and written instructions and according to approved procedures within the Carpentry shop.

Supervision Given

Monitors and checks the work of apprentice(s) and labourers as the need arises.

Minimum Qualifications

A trade certification to journeyperson level as a Carpenter, a valid BC driver's license and a minimum five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- 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

For positions normally assigned to shop, work preference will be given to certification in joinery or extensive shop experience. A working knowledge of relevant industrial safety regulations and building codes. Ability to interpret drawings and specifications and to work independently with minimum supervision. Effective oral and written communication, organizational and problem solving skills. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. Ability to provide quality service to customers in a courteous, patient manner. Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships.

Roofer

At 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 Description Summary

The Roofer & Caulker performs skilled roofing work pertaining to construction, maintenance, and repair of buildings following recognized roofing techniques. The Roofer & Caulker is responsible for trouble-shooting roof leaks, repairing and minor replacement of roofs sealing flashings, masonry, and frames using caulking compounds.

Organizational Status

The Roofer & Caulker reports to the Architectural Trades Manager and receives daily instructions and direction from the Architectural Trade Head and Sub Head. The Roofer & Caulker works both independently as well with associated tradespeople, both at the apprentice and journeyperson level.

Work Performed

Requests and obtains materials and equipment required for the work assigned.

Trouble-shoots repairs and does minor replacement work on roofs constructed of shingles (asphalt and cedar), EPDM (or similar) membranes, built-up asphalt and gravel, tiles (slate, clay, concrete) and other generally recognized roofing materials.

Trouble-shoots, minor recaulking repairs and installs new caulking materials to seal expansion joints, metal flashings, masonry, concrete, wood-metal frames and skylights.

Performs emergency call-outs in response to roof leaks as required.

Carries out roof inspections, submitting reports recommending roof repair and/or replacement.

Provides roof repair and replacement cost estimates.

Communicates with customers as required to ensure the efficient delivery of service.

Ensures that the workplace is safe and that safe work practices are being followed.

Carries out any other related duties as necessary in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of the job.

Periodically, positions in this classification may be assigned responsibility for providing training to and monitoring and checking the work of one or more apprentices or labourers.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Determines the sequence of work, the work methods and equipment to be employed and how best to complete the work based on technical knowledge of the trade and related departmental guidelines and policies; inappropriate decisions may result in minor service delays and/or costs.

Supervision Received

The Roofer & Caulker works under general supervision of the Architectural Trade Head and Sub Head, and from oral and written instructions and according to approved procedures.

Supervision Given

The Roofer &Caulker monitors and checks the work of apprentice(s) and Labourers as the need arises.

Minimum Qualifications

A trade certification to journeyperson level as a Roofer, a valid BC Driver's license and a minimum five years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

- 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

A working knowledge of relevant industrial safety regulations and building codes. Ability to work from written instructions and specifications and to work independently with minimal supervision. Effective oral and written communication, organizational and problem solving skills. Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. Ability to provide quality service to customers in a courteous, patient manner. Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships.