Parking change for Facilities' service vehicles for UBC Life Building and The Nest
Please note the following parking changes for Facilities' service vehicles with construction on the sanitary line on the west side of UBC Life Building as of Monday, February 13:
- Service vehicles can now use the two newly created spots by
the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (see attached)
- Service vehicles can now park in the front of UBC Alumni Centre with a few restrictions:
- No parking for lunch or coffee.
- Parking might not be available when there are multiple events being held.
- All service vehicles have to be registered at the front counter, providing approximate parking duration. You will receive a code to put into the parking meter.
- Orange and Yellow zone trades are familiar with registering their vehicles at the front counter.
UBC Annual Screening Mammography Clinic on March 22, 2023
The Screening Mammography Program (SMP) Mobile Services will once again be visiting the UBC Point Grey Campus. BC women ages 40 and up with a primary care provider (doctor, nurse practitioner or naturopath) can book a screening mammogram directly through the program without a doctor’s referral.
- When: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
- How: By appointment by calling 1.800.663.9203
- Where: Parking lot beside Technology Enterprise Facility (TEF 3) on the corner of Agronomy Road and Health Sciences Mall
Learn more
People in motion
- Rosanna Ma has joined the Safety & Risk Services (SRS) Facilities team as the Facilities Health and Safety Associate, reporting to Lori Takenaka, Facilities Safety Advisor. Rosanna is situated in the University Services Building in Room 78, joining Paul Gill, Manager, Health and Safety Partnerships, Lori Takenaka and Guy Champagne, Facilities Health and Safety Associate. Over the next while, Rosanna will be brought to the various Facilities locations for introductions. Welcome to UBC Facilities, Rosanna!
Job openings
All positions at UBC are available on the UBC HR Careers website, or through the career application in your Workday account. Please note that applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the day prior to the posting end date. The following VPFO positions are currently open:
- Trades 2 - Steamfitter / Pipefitter (1 Position) (JR7935) – 02/23
- Trades 2 - Plumber (JR10661) – 02/26
- Refrigeration Mechanic (JR11554) – 02/27
- Millwright (Building Operations) (JR10231) – 3/2
- Utilities Electrical Engineer (JR11625) – 3/3
- Trades 2 - Access Control Tech Locksmith (JR11453) – 03/15
- Labourer 2 (Seasonal) (JR11189) – 06/30
Don't forget to apply as an internal candidate! Please review the Apply for an Internal Job Posting guide in the Workday Knowledge Base for instructions on how to apply. Reminder to attach a copy of your resume when you apply for a career opportunity in Workday.
Weekly Emergency Tip: 10-Step Family Emergency Plan
Have you ever wondered how to keep track of everything you do to prepare and respond to an earthquake or other disasters? An emergency plan is a great way to collect all of this information. Make sure to review and update it regularly.
Visit the City of Vancouver’s website for a copy of the 10-Step Family Emergency Plan. Learn more about what to do following an earthquake on the UBC Emergency Preparedness website.
Managing your mental health
HR has collected mental health resources to help you manage your ups and downs.
As a manager or leader, you play an important role in supporting your mental health and that of your teams. Complete the new required training: Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace for Managers and Supervisors.
Representatives are always available for a confidential conversation:
- Monica Haab (monica.haab@ubc.ca): Building Operations, Energy & Water Services, Customer Services & Informatics, and Infrastructure Development
- Gregor MacDonald (gregor.macdonald@ubc.ca): Custodial Services and Municipal Services
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) offers an extensive suite of services to support you – from providing wellness coaching or advising on family issues to offering legal support. Access the EAP confidential services through LifeWorks, by calling 1-866-424-0770.
In case you've missed it
In case you've missed it Here is a quick recap of key events and information that you may have missed. For more details, please click on the links below or refer to our weekly portfolio newsletter, VPFO Update.
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