Plumber

St. Clement's School; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in British Columbia seeks a skilled Plumber to manage plumbing and maintenance tasks. Applicants must have a valid British Columbia Journeyperson Plumber certification, Class B gasfitter certification, and a minimum of four years of experience. Responsibilities include inspecting mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supervising staff. This temporary position is available until October 31, 2025, with a wage rate of $35.01 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of experience in the plumbing trade.
• Driver’s license.
• Computer skills would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair all mechanical systems.
• Liaise with school district personnel and inspectors.
• Supervise staff to assist with assigned tasks.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving ability

Ability to work under pressure

Education

British Columbia Journeyperson Plumber certification

Class B gasfitter certification

Tools

Tools and equipment maintenance

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMARY: An employee hired to perform skilled plumbing, water service and maintenance work. Cross-trade cooperation will be expected. The employee is responsible to the Director of Operations or designate.

POSITION

POSITION: Temporary until October 31, 2025 or the return of the incumbent.

LOCATION

LOCATION: ELK VALLEY - Jaffray, Fernie, Sparwood, Elkford

HOURS OF WORK

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours/week 7:00 - 3:30

WAGE RATE

WAGE RATE: $35.01 as per CUPE 4165 Collective Agreement

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

1. British Columbia Journeyperson Plumber certification
2. Class B gasfitter certification
3. Driver’s license
4. Minimum four years of experience in the plumbing trade
5. Computer skills would be an asset
6. Experience and/or certification of the following would be an asset:
   • DDC and HVAC
   • Refrigeration
   • Fire sprinkler systems
   • Irrigation systems
   • Backflow certification
   • Sheet metal certification

MUST HAVE THE ABILITY TO

1. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
2. Work under pressure, multitask and meet deadlines.
3. Understand, keep current and apply guidelines, regulations, codes, and acts from various Ministries and/or enforcing agencies pertaining to the position.
4. Be self-directed and work independently and/or collegially in a team environment.
5. Work with disagreeable situations and adverse conditions from time to time.
6. Operate, maintain, and repair various specialized tools and equipment.
7. Solve problems related to the job.
8. Read and understand specialized and technical material related to the position.
9. Maintain confidentiality.
10. Develop work methods in agreement with the Director of Operations or designate for assigned tasks.
11. Perform the physical requirements of the job.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. Inspect, diagnose, and repair all mechanical systems, including but not limited to plumbing, associated water services, heating, ventilation and refrigeration.
2. Ensure employee compliance with all guidelines, codes, regulations, and acts relating to the position.
3. Perform functions such as:
   • purchase supplies, parts, and equipment.
   • prepare budgets and inventory management.
   • estimate and bill costs.
   • Supervise staff to assist with assigned tasks.
4. Be available on call when required.
5. Provide information to the Manager of Operations or designate of potentially serious and/or dangerous situations.
6. Liaise with school district personnel, various Ministries and enforcing agencies, inspectors, and general contractors.
7. Maintain, clean, service, adjust or repair tools and equipment related to the position.
8. Assist with the technical design of new buildings and renovations.
9. Perform other job-related duties.

All applications must be submitted through Make A Future to be considered for the position. Applications should include a cover letter, resume, certifications, and at least three (3) professional references, preferably from current supervisors. When applying for positions, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide details of their qualifications. Please include copies of all relevant certifications or diplomas.

The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Records Review Act. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

For more information about this posting, please contact Amanda Skene, HR Coordinator. [e-mail]