The Facilities Team strives to construct, operate and maintain the buildings, grounds and infrastructure of Queen's University to the highest possible standard.
Queen’s Facilities Working on Wellness (WOW) Committee coordinated a Socktober event donating more than 60 pairs of socks to Home Base Housing – Ending Homelessness.
It's Food Waste Friday! See how Queen’s is ⬇ food waste & diverting it from landfill!
🥫Hospitality Services donates food to campus and local community partners
🍑PEACH Market
🐖Queen’s provides weekly food scrap donations to a local pig farmer.
🟢 The Queen’s Organics Program
Plastics Thursday has arrived! Today we are showcasing how Queen’s is advancing the circular economy of plastic on campus.
♻GOOD TO GO Reusable Container Initiative
💧Bottle Free Campus
Learn more about sustainable dining at Queen's here: https://t.co/0uI1fWT9UT
Welcome to E-Waste Wednesday! Did you know that Queen’s diverted 22,000 kg of institutional e-waste in 2023?! Thanks to our partners, @GreentecCA and @e360s_ltd, Queen’s has been able to support responsible disposal of e-waste and divert it from landfill!
Jumping into Textile Tuesday!
Clothing and textile waste has a huge environmental impact. Circular economy promotes buying durable items, and repairing items when needed.
Visit @CEMonthCanada and https://t.co/f6UZqGBfWm for more resources!
Week 4 of Circular Economy Month is finally here, Waste Reduction Week!
Kicking off today with Repair Monday!
Repair is a great way to save money, learn new skills, and support local repair shops!
Visit @circulareconomymonth and https://t.co/f6UZqGBfWm for more resources!
Queen's Facilities is hiring for 3 trades opportunities - HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanics and Plumber. Postings close next week, so apply now! See below for details and to apply.
HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic Positions: https://t.co/NfxDd2XZS6
Plumber Position: https://t.co/zHmW1xD3E7
Facilities staff worked hard on site this week to install a temporary rental chiller at Duncan McArthur Hall for cooling until the existing chiller is back online. Chiller operation was shut down to prevent further damage after a routine inspection found issues with the motor.
Whether you’re trying to get to work, heading to Slush Puppie Place, or going out for dinner, choosing @KingstonTransit is a cost-saving, sustainable option to get there!
Plan your upcoming trip here: https://t.co/BuMWullX0f
For the month of July, join millions of people worldwide taking small but mighty steps towards reducing plastic waste and pollution!
Plastic pollution is a major and ongoing issue. Be a part of positive change by eliminating single-use plastics from your daily life!
@queensuPPS
Commuter Challenge:
Queen’s is supporting the national week-long Commuter Challenge June 3 – June 9. Register for the Commuter Challenge using this unique team link, whether that be telecommuting, cycling, walking, public transit, or other sustainable modes.
Facilities is still looking to hire a Class 2 Stationary Engineer at the Central Heating Plant - if you or someone you know would be interested in this opportunity, please see below for information and apply by May 20: https://t.co/VmatKSGY9p
Facilities celebrates women on March 8…and every day! On International Women's Day, we want to share a snapshot of just a few of the many women on our Facilities team whose contributions make a significant impact across campus every day.
#InternationalWomensDay2024
Another career opportunity at Queen's!
Facilities is hiring for the position of Commuter Services Manager. Read here for more details about the position and apply by March 17:
https://t.co/47HjqtwpfO
The Stationary Engineer (Class 2) position at the Central Heating Plant has been reposted. Applications are being accepted until March 19, so if you or anyone you know would be interested in this opportunity, please see below for information:
https://t.co/TZVe8R9e3q