Position Details Position Information

Position Title Utility Service Person - Ancillary Services

Department/Unit AVP Ancillary Services

Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number FM109-26

Employee Group NSGEU Local 99

Position Type Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable) Employment Type Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0

Rate $24.48 per hour

Classification Utility Serviceperson

About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our our more than 20,000 students coming from outside of the province.

Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary Reporting to the Assistant Director, Facilities Operations, the incumbent is responsible for carrying out minor repairs to buildings under the jurisdiction of Ancillary Services.

Key Responsibilities

- Reviews Ancillary Services Maintenance Request tickets and Room Inspection Reports (KX) on computer system and identifies whether problems can be repaired by the USP or a tradesperson, uses KX to update status of the ticket and correspond to residents
- Submits Service Requests to FAMIS computer systems as directed by Assistant Director, Facilities Operations
- Makes recommendations regarding operating problems and building maintenance issues
- Performs routine inspections of buildings and grounds areas
- Accompanies trades staff and external contractors (normally assigned by the Department of Facilities Management) to identify the problem




- Arranges material acquisition through the Department of Facilities Management and through local suppliers using and reconciling the University Purchasing Card
- Carries a cell phone while at work (provided)
- Sets up Temp Spaces and move furniture
- Performs daily, weekly, and monthly rounds, inspections, and completes paperwork for Fire Safety Binders in each building
- Performs minor maintenance tasks such as:
- Touch-up painting (100ft2/3m2)

- Ceiling tile replacement (100ft2)

- Replace/adjust door closures

- Replace cores in locks

- Replace light bulbs

- Unclog toilets/sinks/showers/tubs
- Assists other Ancillary Services USPs in other buildings as required
- Performs other related duties as required

Note A Utility Service Person will not perform certified trades work This position works during the check-in period over the Labour Day weekend each year.

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus. Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.

Required Qualifications

- High school graduation and three to five years’ building and maintenance experience required
- Completion of Building Service Technician course preferable
- Electrical and/or mechanical aptitude preferable
- General knowledge of building systems, building codes and fire codes
- Ability to read, interpret and prioritize work order required
- Proficiency in the use of the tools of the trade (eg. Cordless drill/driver, plunger, saw, etc.)




- Ability to work comfortably at heights (including personal lifts) and in confined spaces
- General safety (i.e. asbestos, mould, etc) and WHMIS training an asset
- Strong interpersonal skills and good communication as position works directly with students and various employee groups
- Reliable and punctual
- Ability to work independently and take direction.
- Must be willing and able to work overtime as required.
- Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations
- Good computer and internet skills
- Self-starter with initiative to investigate problem areas
- Experience working in an setting with young adults an asset

Assets Additional Information Anticipated schedule Monday to Friday . Application Consideration Bargaining unit employees are given first consideration and will be notified regarding the status of their application. All other applicants will be considered when there is no qualified internal candidate and will only be contacted if selected for an interview.

Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.

For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date 08/24/2026

Close Date 08/30/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/22069

📌 Utility Service Person - Ancillary Services (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Dalhousie University
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality