Industrial Plumber

Olymel; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-like atmosphere

Service recognition program

Competitive compensation

Group insurance

Savings plan

Corporate discounts

Job summary

Olymel in Alberta is seeking an Industrial Plumber to install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems across the plant. You will read blueprints, support renovations, and ensure food-safety and GMP compliance.

This role requires Journeyperson Plumber certification, strong teamwork, and willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime and on-call rotations for maintenance needs.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyperson Plumber certification and Red Seal preferred.
• Experience with industrial plumbing in food-processing environments is an asset.
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, inspect, and repair industrial plumbing and piping systems.
• Troubleshoot water supply, drainage, sewer, hot-water, steam, and process-water systems.
• Repair and replace pipes, valves, pumps, fixtures, and related equipment.
• Read blueprints and piping diagrams; support plant renovations and projects.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance; document inspections and parts.
• Work safely around production equipment and follow GMP and food-safety requirements.
• Coordinate activities with production, sanitation, and contractors.

Skills

Journeyperson Plumber

Red Seal endorsement

Blueprints reading

Technical drawings

Communication skills

Education

Journeyperson Plumber certification

Red Seal endorsement

Job description

At Olymel, we believe in innovation, quality, and sustainable growth. We are currently seeking a Industrial Plumber to join our dynamic team. If you're motivated by a fast-paced work environment, enjoy collaboration, and want to make a real impact on operational efficiency and quality, this opportunity is for you!

Why Choose Olymel?

• Career Growth and Job Security: Enjoy a stable job with opportunities for advancement.
• Company Culture: Be part of a close-knit, collaborative team where every contribution is valued.
• Benefits: Take advantage of competitive benefits and attractive compensation.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, inspect, and repair industrial plumbing and piping systems.
• Troubleshoot water supply, drainage, sewer, hot-water, steam, compressed-air, and process-water systems.
• Repair and replace pipes, valves, pumps, fixtures, backflow-prevention devices, and related equipment.
• Respond promptly to leaks, blockages, equipment failures, and other urgent maintenance issues.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance according to established schedules.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, piping diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Support plant renovation, equipment installation, and continuous-improvement projects.
• Complete work orders and accurately document inspections, repairs, parts, and maintenance activities.
• Work safely around production equipment, chemicals, wet environments, and confined spaces.
• Follow all GMP, HACCP, food-safety, sanitation, lockout/tagout, and company safety requirements.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with production, sanitation, contractors, and other trades.
• Maintain tools, parts, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Participate in the plant’s after-hours or emergency call-out rotation when required.
• Perform other maintenance duties within the scope of the position.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyperson Plumber certification; Red Seal endorsement is strongly preferred.
• Previous industrial plumbing experience is required; food-processing or meat-production experience is an asset.
• Experience working with stainless-steel piping, process-water, steam, drainage, and compressed-air systems is preferred.
• Ability to read technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Knowledge of applicable plumbing codes and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.

Physical and Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
• Comfortable working in refrigerated, warm, wet, noisy, and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to work around raw meat products, food-processing equipment, and sanitation chemicals.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, overtime, and emergency call-outs when required.
• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment and follow strict hygiene and sanitation procedures. #INDbluecollar

Here’s What Olymel Has To Offer You

• A truly family-like work atmosphere
• A service recognition program
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• A group insurance program
• A group savings plan with employer contributions
• Attractive corporate discounts after 3 months

Thank you for your interest in our company.