Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
Job End Date
OngoingNOTE: This position requires day shifts: Monday to Friday, 6:00am – 2:00 PM.
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Job Summary
UBC Facilities provides comprehensive facilities maintenance, operations and renovation services for lands and buildings owned by the University of British Columbia. The Municipal Services group is responsible for providing waste management services, soft and hard landscape services, as well as moving and general labour services for all of the Vancouver campus.
This position is part of the Waste Management division within Municipal Services, dedicated to delivering waste management solutions and promoting waste reduction education across the UBC campus. The role involves coordinating recycling, composting, and litter reduction programs, supporting campus events, facilitating surplus office material redistribution, and providing essential services like office relocations, composting guidance, and specialized recycling for unique items.
The Sub-Head in Waste Management oversees, coordinates, and organizes the work of an assigned team, including labourers and other workers involved in waste collection, disposal, and recycling operations. This role involves managing equipment and materials for job sites, ensuring efficient operations, and supporting projects related to waste management and environmental sustainability.
Organizational Status
Reports to the Municipal Manager. Receives direction and instructions from the Head Waste Management, directs work of labourers and other workers involved in waste collection, disposal, and recycling operations.
Work Performed
Performs maintenance work and provides asset management services, using technology, interpreting drawings and specifications.
Performs regulatory asset inspections, condition assessment and reporting using asset management hardware and software. Required to monitor data accuracy and integrity for billing and reporting. Maintains a daily operation and required inspections log book.
Performs part or all of the duties normally expected of Labourer 3 as required, such as minor construction work including repairs, removal, replacement and installations as well as operating specialized construction and maintenance equipment: backhoes, snow clearing equipment, hiabs, hi-lifts or other relevant equipment.
Operates one or more pieces of heavy equipment (over 36,000 lbs/16,364kgs.G.V.W.), including but not limited to, Backhoe and hydraulic attachments, Backhoe attachment for Bobcat, 40 cubic yard front loading Garbage truck, 42-yard side loading Recycling truck, Roll-off container truck to perform loading, transport and excavation work. Carries out daily/weekly service and checks in accordance with operating manual, and ensures that the scheduled maintenance is carried out by mechanic.
May provide guidance, train and monitor the work of a group of Labourers or other crew members, in an assigned area as designated by the supervisor; participates in the work and ensures those under their jurisdiction work in a correct and safe manner.
Supervises and coordinates the daily operations of waste collection, recycling, and disposal services, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and organizational standards.
Allocates tasks to staff, organizes schedules, and monitors team performance to meet operational goals efficiently.
Oversees the operation, maintenance, and safe use of waste management equipment, including trucks, compactors, and other specialized tools.
Inspects work sites to ensure safety standards, proper waste handling, and timely service delivery.
Responds to and resolves operational issues, including route adjustments, equipment breakdowns, or service complaints.
Maintains accurate records of operations, including waste volumes, vehicle usage, and staff assignments.
Collaborates with Head of Waste Management to plan and implement new initiatives or improvements in waste management practices.
Ensures adequate inventory of supplies and equipment, coordinating orders or repairs as needed.
Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions. Training is required to maintain certifications for work assignments including but not limited to confined space entry, lockouts, fall protection, traffic control, driving, or other specified certifications based on the requirements of their assignment.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Makes decisions regarding the organization and allocation of required operator and labouring work, materials and associated equipment needs; inappropriate decisions may result service delays, cost escalation, environmental, safety and reputational issues.
Supervision Received
Works under general direction and from oral and written instructions from the supervisor.
Supervision Given
Organizes, allocates and supervises the work of Heavy Equipment Operator, Waste Site Supervisors, Laborers and other assigned workers.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation and a minimum of three years of related experience with a valid BC Class 3 driver’s license is required. Courses in waste management and supervisory are considered an asset 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
Supervisory or leadership experience in a similar role.
Knowledge of workplace safety protocols and hazard identification.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal abilities for supervising diverse teams.
Familiarity with municipal waste management systems and policies