Malcolm Knapp Research Forest Caretakers - Maple Ridge, BC

UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest is seeking an energetic, organized, and self-directed couple with a positive attitude.  The couple will maintain the caretaker’s residence on-site at Malcolm Knapp Research Forest, as well as complete light renovation work on the caretaker house. The caretaker is responsible for being on-site during non-office hours (before 8am and after 4pm weekdays; all weekends and stats) and for maintaining a security presence at the main entrance where the caretaker residence is situated.

This position is for the University of British Columbia’s Malcolm Knapp Research Forest, located in Maple Ridge, British Columbia. The caretaker house is a 1250 sq. foot, 3 bedroom 1 bath home built in the 1960’s.  One onsite parking garage/storage garage is also included.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

·         Maintain caretaker home and perform light renovation work

·         Provide security during all non-office hours

·         Perform all required grounds keeping duties around the caretaker house

Requirements:

·         Valid driver’s license

·         Ability to work with minimal direction

·         Good customer service skills

·         Strong project follow through

·         Ability to pass a background check

·         Authorized to work in Canada

·         English, written and spoken

·         Non-smoker

Assets (not required):

·         Background in security

·         Security training course(s)

Details regarding this position can be discussed in person or on the phone.

Please contact the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest and reference the caretaker position.