Maintenance Gardener The Pas 25-050

Full job description

UCN acknowledges that we are on the

traditional territories and homelands of many

Indigenous peoples, who have existed here

since time immemorial. The First Nations in the

area that UCN serves entered into treaty

relationships with the Crown and the territory

has also become home to other Indigenous

peoples. We uphold the treaties and collaborate

with all Indigenous peoples to share truth,

reconciliation and learning.

COMPETITION TYPE

Open Competition to Public

COMPETITION NUMBER

25-050

CLOSING DATE

May 16, 2025; however, will

remain open until filled.

SALARY RANGE

$46,706 to $55,784 per annum

plus, remoteness allowance

POSITION

CLASSIFICATION

Gardener 2

POSITION LOCATION

The Pas, Manitoba

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time, Regular

Position

APPLY TO

Email: hrinfo@ucn.ca (PDF

preferred format)

University College of the

North,

Attention: Human Resources

P.O. Box 3000

Fax: (204) 623-4414

MAINTENANCE / GARDENER

Facilities, Ancillary Services and Workplace Safety and Health

UCN is building better futures for a stronger North. UCN provides learning opportunities to northern communities and its people offering

more than 40 academic degree, diploma and certificate programs. We commit to offering a safe, welcoming and inclusive work environment

where innovation and creativity is welcomed. We offer a generous Total Compensation Package with health benefits, great pension plan

along with the opportunity for personal and professional growth.

DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Facility Manger the incumbent is responsible for maintenance, repairs (plumbing, mechanical and carpentry

duties etc.), grounds keeping, and operating machinery and custodial equipment within the UCN The Pas campus and UCN sites.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the day-to-day maintenance and grounds keeping, responding to and/or reporting

maintenance requests, performing routine walk-throughs of the buildings and sites, taking appropriate actions as needed, performing

minor maintenance repairs, responding to emergency calls for assistance when needed and other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in building maintenance or as a trade’s helper in a professional setting

Experience gardening/groundskeeping

Ability to provide excellent customer service experience in a fast-paced environment

Experience and ability to maintain and repair equipment required for gardening and snow removal

Experience and ability to use mowers, weeding equipment, general gardening tools, and snow blower

Experience and ability to operate automotive equipment, machinery, hand and power tools, in a safe manner

Knowledge of safe use and application of chemicals (i.e. WHMIS)

Capable of working in an environment where priorities may change quickly

Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and follow through to tasks until completion

Initiative and the ability to work independently as well as part of team, with minimal supervision

Effective interpersonal skills

Commitment to lifelong learning

ASSETS

• Experience with plumbing, carpentry and painting

Certification of qualification less than Journeyman (i.e. minimum ten-month technical course at Community College in Construction

Trade, Building, Refrigeration Mechanics)

Fifth Class Operating Engineers Certificate

First Aid-CPR Certificate

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Satisfactory Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Check

Certification to operate a forklift and skid steer, or willing to attain

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Applicants are asked to provide a cover letter and resume with their application. Applicants must demonstrate in their cover letter and their

resume how they meet the qualifications.

UCN is committed to building a workforce representative of the populations we serve. Preference will be given to qualified Indigenous

candidates. Applicants are invited to indicate in their cover letter or resume if they are from any of the following groups: Indigenous peoples,

persons with disabilities, visible minorities, or women and men in non-traditional roles. Only qualified candidates who are legally entitled to

work in Canada will be given consideration. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring

process should contact Human Resources.

Please indicate in your subject line the competition number for which you are applying

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Application materials, including

references, will be handled in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Legislation (Manitoba).

For more information and other employment opportunities, visit www.ucn.ca