Facilities Maintenance Plumber, Facilities Management

University of Calgary; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Calgary seeks a Facilities Maintenance Plumber for a full-time temporary role. Responsibilities include ensuring effective plumbing system operations, performing repairs and maintenance, and providing excellent customer service in a dynamic and varied work environment. Successful candidates will have recognized plumbing certifications and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of plumbing experience required.
• Knowledge of Canadian Plumbing Code is essential.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform installations, maintenance, and repairs of plumbing systems.
• Ensure compliance with university specifications and codes.
• Provide customer service and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Customer service

Problem-solving

Education

Provincial or interprovincial Plumbing Trade Certification

Power Engineering Certificates

Job description

Description

The Facilities Management is currently seeking a Full-time Temporary Relief Facilities Maintenance Plumber for approximately 1 year.

Operations and Maintenance (O&M) department, as a part of Facilities Management, is responsible to ensure that building structures and systems for all University owned and leased properties are operated and maintained in a reliable, efficient and cost effective manner to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment in which campus users can carry out their activities. Campus is divided into 6 operating zones.

This position reports to the Supervisor, Maintenance. Work is performed under minimal supervision.

The Plumber is responsible to ensure the proper installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of all plumbing and mechanical systems. This includes a continuous high volume of work with certain peak periods, imposing high physical and mental demands. Problems encountered are from moderate to high complexity due to a vast scope of equipment and systems to be maintained, as well as a wide range of system variety from antiquated, obsolete equipment, up to the newest high tech electrical processes. The diverse workload involves operational deadlines, shifting priorities, and simultaneous organization, all of which can impact the performance of each facility or group of facilities.

This position is a part of the AUPE Collective Bargaining Unit. The normal shift is 7.5 hours per day, five days per week, usually Monday to Friday, however, transfer to other shifts, with notice, is a possibility. Overtime may be required and the incumbent may be expected to be on a rotating standby or on-call schedule. Callouts to the campus can be expected during emergencies.

This position requires work be carried out with the following conditions: within confined spaces, scaffolds, lifts, and heavy lifting up to and including 25 kilograms that may require performing physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials, year round indoor and outdoor responsibilities and controlled hazardous environments.

This position performs installations, maintenance, and repairs of all plumbing, heating, gas piping, and other related equipment at a certified trade level. Expected duties will be in alignment with, but not limited to, the Blocks, Tasks, Sub-Tasks and Key Competencies identified in the current Red Seal National Plumber Occupational Analysis. http://www.red-seal.ca.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

• Ensures the work assigned is completed as required and is in compliance with the University specifications, standards, procedures and all relevant Plumbing Codes.
• Responsible to become familiar with all existing University structures and systems, as well as acquire knowledge of new trends, techniques, codes and equipment as they become relevant to the operation of the University.
• Ensures that equipment, workspaces, and tools supplied by the University are used for their intended purposes, and are maintained in a safe working order.
• Manages own time effectively and ensures immediate supervisor is kept informed of activities, and progress of work.
• Provide customer service to internal according to university and departmental standards and expectations by pleasantly and respectfully interacting with co-workers, supervisors, contractors, consultants, suppliers, students and other members of the University community as well as evaluating customer satisfaction.
• Discretion, confidentiality, and attention to detail is maintained at all times.
• Is expected to actively participate in own training and development in coordination with the department, and is willing to learn and adapt to change.
• Meets all ongoing OHS initiatives, follows University OHS policies, procedures and OHS Legislation as required; ensuring personal, public and co-worker safety when completing tasks or engaging in potentially hazardous situations.
• Is familiar with the University of Calgary "Statement on Principles of Conduct" and conducts himself/herself according to these Principles in all situations when acting on behalf of the University of Calgary.
• Ensures regular work attendance and timely reporting for start of shift.
• Ensures that personal hygiene, attire and grooming are appropriate for the work environment.
• Provides customer service to internal according to university and departmental standards and expectations by pleasantly and respectfully interacting with co-workers, supervisors, contractors, consultants, suppliers, students and other members of the university community as well as evaluating customer satisfaction.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Mandatory Provincial or interprovincial Plumbing Trade Certification with 3-5 years of experience.
• Preference given to candidates with Power Engineering Certificates (5th to 1st Class), Gas-fitting, Steam Fitting and/or Cross Connection Control Testing Certificates.
• Must hold a valid minimum Class 5 Alberta Drivers License with less than 7 demerit points. Learners, probationary, graduated license, or motorcycle/moped only license will not be acceptable. A drivers abstract will be requested.
• Institutional setting experience would be an asset.
• Must have a good working knowledge of the Canadian Plumbing Code.
• Must have the physical strength and stamina to lift heavy loads, be on feet for long periods of time and sometimes work in cramped positions.
• Must have mechanical ability, be able to use hand and power tools, be able to work on ladders at various heights, and demonstrate a safety-conscious attitude.
• Must be able and willing to work in a variety of environments, including office settings, classrooms, research laboratories including areas that support animals, mechanical rooms, service tunnels etc.
• Must be able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Must have the ability to work with others in a team environment including mentoring and sharing knowledge with apprentices and co-workers.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision to complete tasks assigned in a timely manner.
• Must have a proven record of upgrading and updating applicable trade skills and staying current with industry trends.
• Must have proven record of providing superior customer service including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Must be able to listen to and understand information and ideas presented and have ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be able to manage own time effectively.
• Must be able to use Microsoft office suite including word, e-mail, mobile communication devices, such as iPhone, Smartphone etc.

Application Deadline: July 15, 2025.

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Trades Job Family, Phase 2.

For a listing of all management and staff opportunities at the University of Calgary, view our Management and Staff Careers website.

About the University of Calgary

UCalgary is Canada's entrepreneurial university, located in Canada's most enterprising city. It is a top research university and one of the highest-ranked universities of its age. Founded in 1966, its 36,000 students experience an innovative learning environment, made rich by research, hands-on experiences and entrepreneurial thinking. It is Canada's leader in the creation of start-ups. Start something today at the University of Calgary. For more information, visit ucalgary.ca.

The University of Calgary has launched an institution-wide Indigenous Strategy committing to creating a rich, vibrant, and culturally competent campus that welcomes and supports Indigenous Peoples, encourages Indigenous community partnerships, is inclusive of Indigenous perspectives in all that we do.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, the University of Calgary recognizes that a diverse staff/faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We are committed to removing barriers that have been historically encountered by some people in our society. We strive to recruit individuals who will further enhance our diversity and will support their academic and professional success while they are here. In particular, we encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible/racialized minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply. To ensure a fair and equitable assessment, we offer accommodation at any stage during the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Questions regarding [diversity] EDI at UCalgary can be sent to the Office of Institutional Commitments ([e-mail]) and requests for accommodations can be sent to Human Resources ([e-mail]).

Do you have most but not all the qualifications? Research show that women, racialized and visible minorities, and persons with disabilities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At UCalgary we are committed to achieving equitable, diverse, inclusive and accessible employment practices and workplaces and encourage you to apply if you believe you are right for this role.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.