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Employment Opportunity (Full Time - contract): Facilities Department – General Labourer

*Contract is for approximately 6 months with the possibility to extend*

The Facilities Department of the University of King’s College is looking for a general labourer who is responsible for maintenance and repair (preventative, coorective and immediate) of all campus grounds and buildings.

SPECIFIC DUTIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Under the Supervision and guidance of the Facilities Supervisors, the general labourer is responsible for the following:

• Maintain a clean and safe environment for the campus community

• Campus upkeep, including but not limited to daily litter collection, garbage removal, and clearing of exterior drains

• Maintain campus green spaces, including but not limited to mowing grass, pruning trees and shrubs, weeding, mulching and edging flower beds, leave raking and removal (campus landscaping)

• Maintain all lawn care equipment

• Light plumbing repairs

• Painting and snow removal

• Provide assistance to tradesmen and contractors as needed

• Operate all equipment safely and efficiently, as well as ensuring that all tools and equipment are stored in a safe and secure manner

• Operation of power and motorized equipment as per training

• Move folding tables for events and on-campus activities

• Move, load, unload and arrange furniture, construction material, equipment and supplies

• Demolition and removal of construction debris from work areas

• Responsible for managing pest control, including laying rodent and insect traps, monitoring traps to collect after use and making a comfortable environment for the students

• Other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

The above accountabilities are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described.

The successful candidate must/will have:

• Valid driver’s license

• Completion WHMIS Certification

• Able to lift 50lbs repeatedly

Overtime and On-call will be required on occasion

It will be considered an asset if the Candidate possess:

• Fall Arrest

• CPR/First Aid

Applicants with computer experience and trade related work experience and knowledge will be given preference.

Closing Date: March 15, 2019

Compensation: $13.00 per hour plus vacation pay (35 hours per week)

To apply for this position, please forward resume and cover letter to:

Dolly McIntyre

Human Resources & Compensation Officer

University of King’s College

6350 Coburg Road

Halifax, NS B3H 2A1

dolly.mcintyre@ukings.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The University of King’s College is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage and welcome those who would contribute to the diversification of our staff and faculty including, but not limited to women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.