The University of New Brunswick Fredericton welcomes applications for the position of Roofer with Capital Planning & Operations. This is a continuing, full-time (40 hours per week) position with the GLTA employee group. The position is funded by the University Budget with a salary range of $23.77 per hour.
This is a skilled maintenance and construction position, working in the roofing trade at the journeyman level with carpentry experience under direction from the Carpentry Shop Foreperson or alternate.
Position summary:
- Work alone or as a member of a crew employed on maintenance and construction.
- Work will vary depending on the task and will normally be out of doors under varying conditions.
- Work at heights from ladders or scaffolding may be required.
- Prepare job estimates as to the labour and materials required to complete the job, as needed.
- Allocate and supervise the work of trades helpers and/or labourers.
- Perform elementary duties of another trade to expedite completion of the assigned task, as needed.
- Assist in or undertake minor carpentry tasks, as needed.
- Apply safety precautions as may be required to ensure minimal hazards to self and others.
- Care and preserve assigned tools and equipment.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Requirements/Skills:
- Formal basic education as required by the Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour to meet the Journeyman Standard in the Roofing trade.
- Three (3) years or more diversified experience at the journeyman level in the Commercial Roofing trade with concentration on roof maintenance.
- May consider an unlicensed roofer with five (5) years or more diversified experience in the Commercial Roofing trade with concentration on roof maintenance. Unlicensed trades are paid at 90% of the journeyperson rate.
- Knowledge of all applicable codes, environmental regulations and Worksafe NB requirements that may affect the Roofing Trade.
- The ability to read and interpret plans and specifications and to be able to work from sketches and diagrams.
- Proven ability to work with other trades people and the versatility in handling and using tools of the trade.
- Must have the physical capacity to carry out the functions of the position, including the ability to lift heavy objects, work from ladders, at heights or in cramped quarters.
Closing date for applications is December 20, 2021 4:30PM. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
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