Qualifications

Definition:
The qualifications section for this position was developed using the approved job evaluation plan, agreed to between the BCGEU and BCIT. The qualifications represent the minimum qualifications required in the future (i.e. to be reflected in job postings) and do not reflect the incumbent’s existing qualifications.

Education:

• Grade 12 plus completion of two years post-secondary education in a relevant trades program. 

License(s)/Certifications(s):

• Valid BC Driver’s Licence
• Forklift Operators certification
• Certified in propane cylinder filing

The successful candidate will be required to complete and maintain currency in the following courses/training:

• Track Inspection Training
• Industrial Railway (non-main track) Crew Safety Training

Experience:

• Two years general experience plus two years directly related experience working with, and around, mechanical and/or large, heavy duty or railway equipment
• Experience in operating heavy equipment and overhead cranes
• Lead hand, shift supervisor or shop coordinator experience is required

Software/Computer Application(s) and Expertise:

• Basic computer training and experience in MS Office including Word and Excel
• Internet and email experience

Communication/Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills
• Proven high level of customer service with internal and external customers/vendors

Administrative Skills (e.g. prioritizing, minute taking, wp speed, etc.):

• Keyboarding skills are required
• Ability to organize workload and assignments, meet deadlines and handle changing priorities
• Experience with completing documents and maintaining accurate records both manually and in electronic format

Other Skills/Abilities:

• Proven ability to work effectively in a busy, demanding environment
• Willingness to maintain currency in the field and learning on the job is essential
• Ability to operate a variety of tracked, wheeled and railway equipment
• Must be able to handle physical activities associated with a busy shop environment
• The ability to lift and carry heavy loads within guidelines of WorkSafeBC

Description/Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responds to work requests and trouble calls, identifies problems and takes corrective action to fix machinery and equipment including preliminary troubleshooting on a variety of machines and equipment, including alternator testers, starter testers, battery load testers, refrigeration units, electrical training aids, hydraulic training aids and components, and driveline training aids and components.
• Operates, moves, or removes old machinery and equipment, adapts older machinery and equipment to new components and parts, relocates machinery and equipment, and installs and commissions new machinery and equipment.
• Operates a variety of tracked, wheeled and railway equipment to a high degree of safety within compounds and on campus property.
• Equipment includes; Trucks, Railcar Mover, and Heavy Duty machines.
• Repairs and maintains forklifts.
• Recommends priorities and requirements for the Preventative Maintenance Plan, including items that require inspection and maintenance for regulatory reasons. The Preventative Maintenance Plan duties include but are not limited to: inspecting, cleaning, greasing, lubricating, identifying deficiencies, and taking corrective action and reporting findings to supervisor.
• Performs regular inspections on locomotive, rail car mover, tracks and freight cars.
• Performs regular railyard maintenance, duties include but not limited to switch maintenance, track maintenance, vegetation control, ensuring proper signage is in place.
• Maintains work logs and inspection records as required to meet regulatory compliance.
• Maintains technical information and makes recommendations to Department Head and Associate Dean with respect to equipment upgrades.
• Monitors/maintains oil stores room and determines parts/equipment requirements to effect repairs, sources suppliers, orders parts/supplies.
• Monitors/maintains steam clean area, and battery room as required.
• Maintains acceptable levels of: diesel fuel, propane, welding gases, waste oil, antifreeze, scrap metal bin loading, wood bins etc.
• Maintains the work and shop areas in an organized condition; consults with instructors for student involvement in clean up procedures, and safe work practices.
• Maintains an inventory of shop supplies, and ordering / restocking as required.
• Maintains battery carts and charging stations throughout shop areas.
• Maintains engine and chassis dynamometer labs to be fully operational.
• Ensures all emergency spill kits are maintained and ready for use.
• Assists others by lifting and carrying materials, and repositions items for repair or reassembly. Assists in creating operating guidelines and procedures and operations manuals related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Estimates labour and materials costs for major repairs or modifications to equipment and machinery.
• Maintains and repairs lab equipment and training aids, assists in lab set-up and organization in support of instructional delivery.
• As MSDS coordinator, oversees the maintenance of MSDS product support and documentation to the Administrative Manager. Informs location of volatile compounds for inclusion into the fire safety plan. Maintains compliance with WHMIS standards.
• Adheres to and promotes safety standards required by regulatory bodies including but not limited to: Technical Safety BC (Railway), WorkSafeBC Regulations, WHMIS, equipment lock-out, fall protection, confined space, rigging and hoisting,
• Attends operational meetings for input into logistics, constructive input for continuous improvement of shop operations.
• Follows up on items from Occupational Health and Safety inspections as related to lab areas, from a program perspective.
• Performs monthly hoisting equipment and railway track inspections per WorkSafeBC and Technical Safety BC regulations.
• Performs regular inspections for storage racking throughout shops.
• Performs minor millwright and/or welding and fabrication duties.
• Identifies building deficiencies to building maintenance contractors / admin manager or representative.
• Communicates with individuals from a variety of departments within the School and institute, and with external contractors.
• Coordinates and monitors the work of contractors to ensure adherence to established safety standards and applicable codes.
• Provides guidance and support to day-to-day logistics and shop operations.
• Continually upgrades knowledge and skills regarding new and advanced technologies through communication with suppliers and on the job training.
• Assists in the tool room on an as-needed basis; emergency and back-up role.
• Operates at a high level of customer service; responsive to requests on a timely basis.
• Maintains a variety of current certifications for working in a railway yard, such as Track Inspection Training and Industrial Railway (non-main track) Crew Safety Training.
• Maintain propane cylinder filling certification and perform filling propane tanks.
• Maintain certificates for overhead crane and rack inspections.
• Participates in Records Custodian training and remains current with record keeping practices, policies and procedures (both BCIT and FOIPOP).
• Undertakes related duties as assigned, consistent with the job grade of this position.