Maintenance Plumber (Full-time Permanent)

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Benefits offered by this job

2 weeks paid vacation

Ontario Pension Plan enrolment

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance (short/long-term)

Extended health benefits

Relocation and accommodation packages

Staff physiotherapy and wellness

Job summary

LWDH is seeking a Maintenance Plumber to support the Maintenance department with repairs, maintenance, installations, and related tasks in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes teamwork and delivering excellent customer service.

The successful candidate should have a journeyman plumbing license, backflow certificate, and relevant experience in a healthcare environment, with physical stamina and a valid Ontario driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Basic computer skills: MS Office, internet, email.
• Must be in good physical condition with ability to lift 20–50 lbs regularly and 100 lbs periodically.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installations in a hospital environment.
• Collaborate with maintenance team and ensure high levels of customer service.
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications; follow safety protocols.

Skills

Interpret construction drawings

Basic Computer skills

Physical fitness

Reliable attendance

Education

Grade 12 OSSD or equivalent

Journeyman Plumber with Interprovincial License

Backflow prevention certificate

Filter One All Fuel Qualification

Job description

Job Type

Full-time Permanent

This posting is for an existing vacancy

Hours

1.00 FTE

Classification

MAINP

Department

Maintenance

Salary

$43.7006 to $44.7305 per hour

As per CUPE Local 822 Collective Agreement

Closing Date

Ongoing until filled

Description

The Maintenance Plumber position plays an integral role in the Maintenance department performing plumbing work including repairs, maintenance, installations, and other maintenance tasks. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified plumber looking to expand their experience and skillset in a hospital environment. The successful incumbent must be an energetic and personable individual that values teamwork and excellent customer service.

Why Work with LWDH?

In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 2 weeks paid vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes basic life insurance, short/long-term disability coverage, and voluntary custom options
• Hospitals of Ontario Disability Income Plan coverage that includes short-term sick pay and long-term disability
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, an employee perks program, and much more!

Qualifications

Education:

• Grade 12 OSSD or equivalent
• Journeyman Plumber with Interprovincial License
• Backflow prevention certificate
• Filter One All Fuel Qualification an asset

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Basic Computer skills: ie: Microsoft Office, internet, email
• Must be in excellent physical condition as moderate to heavy physical to heavy physical effort is required, which includes frequent climbing and handling equipment or tools of light to medium weigh (20-50lbs regularly, 100lbs periodically), and periodic snow clearing

Experience:

• 5 years plumbing experience preferred
• Experience with medical gases, steam and hot water heating systems, pneumatic electric and digital controls, ventilation systems, refrigeration, pumps, motors, reverse osmosis systems, variable frequency drives
• Welding and general trade experience would be an asset

Other:

• Valid Ontario Driver’s License Class "G"
• Reliable attendance record

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application. For more information, to request an accommodation, or to report a frequently publicly posted advertised job posting, please contact the HumanResources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393.