Licensed Plumber

Njoyn; Brantford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated healthcare team at a community hospital where your skills as a licensed plumber will be essential in maintaining critical systems. This role offers you the opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on community health and safety. With a commitment to employee development and wellness, you will be part of a team that values accountability, respect, and equity. Enjoy the benefits of a flexible work schedule, a centralized education fund for your professional growth, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of patients and staff alike. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for plumbing and a desire to contribute to a healthier community, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Centralized Education Fund

HOOPP Pension Plan

Discounted onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

Support 24/7

Qualifications

• Valid Provincial Trade Certification as a Plumber is mandatory.
• 3-5 years of experience as a licensed Plumber required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Respond to emergency situations and perform necessary repairs.

Skills

Plumbing Systems

HVAC Systems

Mechanics

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Gas Train

Backflow Prevention

Blueprint Reading

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Provincial Trade Certification as a Plumber

Backflow Preventer Certification

Tools

Plumbing Tools

Safety Equipment

Job description

Exceptional Care–Exceptional People

The Brant Community Healthcare System is a two-site Community Hospital located in Brantford and Paris, Ontario.

• The Brantford General is an acute care hospital.
• The Willett in Paris is an urgent care centre and transitional beds.

By choosing to work at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS), you are joining an organization with more than 130 years of making a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve throughout our communities. We value Care, Accountability, Respect, and Equity, and we are working together to build a healthier community!

Why Choose BCHS?

• Centralized Education Fund – opportunities for continuing education and staff development.
• Casual, Part-time, and Full-time positions (4 on 5 off for full-time nurses).
• HOOPP Pension Plan.
• Predictable work locations.
• Discounted onsite parking (no shuttles or waiting lists).
• Support 24/7 - you’re not on your own (managers on call, physicians, allied health, and support staff).
• Wellness matters, our Employee Assistance program is free and confidential to all employees and family members.
• Ongoing infection and prevention control measures, education, appropriate PPE, and support available to all employees.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for maintenance and repair of a wide range of equipment including plumbing systems, boilers, and water treatment plant and should be familiar with mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, gas train, and HVAC systems. All duties will be carried out in accordance with all provincial, municipal codes and departments, and hospital policies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to emergency situations, such as equipment failures or system malfunctions, and perform necessary repairs to minimize downtime.
• Repair water, steam, heating, and ventilation systems.
• Lay out and install all plumbing and piping systems and fixtures including sinks, washbasins, toilets, scrub sinks, showers, emergency eye wash systems, and waterlines.
• Consistently perform quality control checks of backflow prevention systems, valves, and other water purification and softening systems. Repair any system as necessary. Perform regular preventative maintenance on plumbing devices, including thorough inspection of washrooms throughout the Hospital as assigned.
• Troubleshoot and perform regular maintenance of all plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Prepare and layout materials for repairs and/or new installations.
• Ensure the smooth operation of the domestic hot and cold water systems.
• Liaise with other engineering and maintenance staff as necessary to solve any major plumbing problems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities, including equipment logs, work orders, and incident documentation in respective systems.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines while working with plumbing systems, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and regulations.
• Carry out other plumbing duties as assigned.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Valid Provincial Trade Certification as a Plumber.
• Backflow Preventer Certification an asset.
• Able to read blueprints and plan layouts.
• Must be customer and team-oriented, as well as self-motivated and able to work successfully with minimal supervision.
• Able to respond to callback within a reasonable time.
• Able to work in a team environment as well as independently.
• Able to perform rotational on-call.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Reliable individual with excellent attendance record and able to work all shifts.

Mandatory Competencies

• Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting, and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience as a licensed Plumber.

Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge of Fire suppression systems.
• Backflow testing experience considered.
• Backflow Preventer Certification.
• Reliable individual with excellent attendance record and able to work all shifts.

Accommodation

The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from women, Indigenous persons, members of racialized groups, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Brant Community Healthcare System is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

To ensure there is equal opportunity during the recruitment and selection process, please contact your Recruiter to discuss accommodation.