Trades - Metal Worker

Position: Trades 2 - Metal Worker
** Job Description Summary
** The Metal Worker performs skilled sheet metal work in the fabrication, repair, maintenance and renovation work of sheet metal fixtures for heating, ventilation, roofing, windows, doors and other related installations throughout the University.

** Organizational Status
** This position reports to the People & Process Manager, Mech Systems & HVAC Trades. The Metal Worker receives direction from oral and written instructions, work orders, drawings, specifications and lay out work which are assigned by the Head Sheet Metal Worker. This position works collaboratively with other Metal Workers as well as employees in various trade classifications within the department of UBC Building Operations.

** Work Performed
** Fabricates eave troughs, down pipes, metal windows, metal frameworks, metal clad doors, counter tops, windows, fume hoods, and other galvanized iron, aluminum and stainless-steel fixtures for heating, ventilation, roofing, windows, doors and other related installations including handling of asbestos or other hazardous insulation materials    Conducts inspection tests on various machinery and equipment as it relates to sheet metal repair and maintenance;

diagnoses defects and carries out repairs or recommends solutions to correct problems to supervisory staff.
Assembles parts and joins them by welding gauge steel, soldering, brazing, bolting, riveting, screwing, and other related methods.
Adheres to all safety standards, practices, procedures and ensures protective clothing is worn as required.
Communicates with customers as required to ensure the efficient delivery of service.
Responds to trouble calls and emergencies during normal working hours and after working hours.
Keeps current with preventative maintenance concepts, technology, and theory and maintains familiarity with manufacturer and regulatory maintenance requirements.  Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.

** Consequence of Error/Judgement
** Makes fabrication/repair decisions, determining the sequence of work, the work methods and equipment to be employed and decides how best to complete the work based on technical knowledge of the trade and related departmental guidelines and policies; inappropriate decisions may result in minor delays and costs.

** Supervision Received
** The Metal Worker works under the general supervision of the Head and Sub Head Metal Worker, following directions from oral and written instructions, work orders, drawings, and specifications and lay out work.

** Supervision Given
** Monitors and checks the work of apprentice(s) as the need arises.

** Minimum Qualifications
**** Preferred Qualifications
** Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Excellent customer service skills with the ability to provide quality service to all user groups within the community in a courteous, patient manner. Ability to work in a team environment and develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships with supervisors and peers. Ability to analyze problems, identify key information and issues, and effectively resolve.

Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
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