Description
Surrey Schools values an inclusive school district where equity is deeply embedded, and diversity welcomed. We acknowledge the profound responsibility we all have in ensuring that our schools and district sites foster an atmosphere where everyone feels secure, respected, and valued.
Surrey Schools is the largest school district in BC and the second largest employer in Surrey. Spread across one of the fastest-growing cities in British Columbia, Surrey Schools provides quality education to over 85,000 students with 124 schools sites and a variety of other learning facilities, offering a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students. The Surrey School District team of approximately 13,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders of tomorrow.
A Mechanical Tradesperson works under general direction, using independent trade skills, problem-solving skills and judgement as to the method(s) for performing work while adhering to current standards (industry) and to all current applicable policies, codes, by-laws and regulations. Work assignments are received orally and/or in writing. A Mechanical Tradesperson may provide technical direction to other trades, contractors, and assigned helpers, as required. A Mechanical Tradesperson may be required to prepare as-built drawings or sketches of completed tasks or projects. This role reports to a Foreman and Management.
TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs work within the Mechanical trade, using customary hand and power tools and monitoring devices, while applying current trade standards and all current governing codes, by-laws, policies and regulations.
Assists in preparing labour and material cost estimates.
Prepares as-built information on completed projects and tasks.
Requisitions equipment and materials, as required.
Prepares working drawings and sketches, as required.
Provides technical direction to other trades, contractors, helpers and other employees, as required.
Provides input into project design, repair and modification, as required.
Operates computer equipment, as required.
Drives a District vehicle to and from job sites.
Performs related duties, as required.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Must have install and commissioning field experience (bonus if you hold a factory endorsement from one of the DDC manufactures).
Installation or Service repairs and diagnostics are an asset.
Knowledge of physical installation integrations between DDC control panels and field devices (i.e. sensors, actuators, switches, relays, and dumb and smart enabled equipment) would be an asset.
Low voltage and data wiring installation experience is an asset.
A valid unrestricted BC Drivers' License is required as position includes work at multiple sites with shift times that may vary.
Position consists of trade related physical demands pertaining to climbing, crawling, lifting, and carrying. Basic computer skills are required.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of grade 12 or equivalent plus completion of apprenticeship training from a vocational institute recognized by the District in the applicable trade.
Red Seal or Certification in an applicable trade, ideally Instrumentation and Control Technician or other trade supplemented with experience in a variety of building automation applications and installations relevant to Direct Digital Control (DDC) of HVAC, Mechanical and Lighting control systems.
Four years' recent practical experience in the applicable trade, or an equivalent level of training and experience.
Minimum of 4 years of experience preferred.
LICENCES, CERTIFICATES AND REGISTRATIONS
Trade Qualification (TQ) or BC License as required for applicable trade, plus special endorsements, as required.
Valid B.C. Driver's License, as required by the assignment.
NOTE: This position may be tested to ascertain experience related to this position.
This is a unionized position that offers an hourly wage rate of $40.65 per hour plus a liberal benefit package including pension, health, vacation, and sick benefits.
Qualified applicants can apply by clicking the "apply" button to the right of the posting. The closing date for this position is November 30, 2024 at 4:00pm.
Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment. Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.
