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Live-in Caretakers - Maple Ridge, BC
Live-in Caretakers - Maple Ridge, BC
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UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest is seeking an energetic, organized, and self-directed couple with a positive attitude for the position of live-in caretaker at the front entrance of the research forest. The caretaker is responsible for being on-site during all non-office hours (4pm until 8am weekdays; all weekends and holidays).
The University of British Columbia’s Malcolm Knapp Research Forest is located in Maple Ridge, British Columbia. The caretaker position includes the residency of a 3 bedroom 1 bath home, electricity and natural gas, one lockable garage space and a monthly stipend.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Providing security during all non-office hours
Interacting with the public on an ongoing basis
Acting as a point of contact for any emergencies or incidents outside of office hours
Maintaining the caretaker residence and performing light repair work as needed
Performing all required grounds keeping duties around the caretaker house, and office
General maintenance of the public parking lots and the entrance gates
Requirements:
Valid driver’s license
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Ability to work with minimal direction
Strong project follow through
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Authorized to work in Canada
Fluent English, written and spoken, ability to use email
Non-smoker
Neat, clean and organized
Must be able to live on-site and be on-site during the specified hours
Position requires two people living in the residence, not suitable for one person
Assets (not required):
Background in security
Security training course(s)
Experience with small 2 cycle engines
Skid Steer or Fork Lift experience and training
Wildland fire fighting experience
First aid OFA Level One certification
Chainsaw certification and experience
Anticipated start date is April 16, 2017. Due to a policy at the research forest, there are no dogs allowed in the caretaker residence.
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