Plumber

Edmonton Catholic School Division; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Edmonton Catholic Schools is seeking a skilled Journeyman Plumber to join their Facility Services team. The role involves managing plumbing maintenance and repairs, ensuring compliance with safety codes, and working independently or as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of plumbing systems, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. This position is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of the Division's facilities.

Qualifications

• Several years of related experience with troubleshooting techniques.
• Knowledge of plumbing, heating systems, and gas distribution.
• Fluency in English, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain plumbing and heating systems in new and existing structures.
• Carry out preventive maintenance programs for mechanical services.
• Respond to breakdowns and ensure worksite safety.

Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

High School

Alberta Journeyman Plumber trades certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Edmonton Catholic Schools isseeking a Journeyman Plumber to join the Facility Services' team!

The main focus of the Plumber position is to manage requests from Division sites pertaining to plumbing maintenance/repairs, new installations, or modernization projects. The Job is responsible for plumbing, steam, and hot water heating, gas distribution systems, air-cooling devices, controls, and other related mechanical components. Other duties include installing plumbing and heating systems into small new structures as well as existing structures. The incumbent requires a strong knowledge of the plumbing, sprinkler, and gas codes and is expected to maintain up-to-date technical knowledge through professional development activities.

Work involves procedures of a technical nature and uses hand tools and various sophisticated test equipment. The incumbent works with minimal supervision or as part of various teams in completing projects and activities. Assignments vary considerably depending on the unit served.

Some jobs may entail supervisory responsibility and in these cases, the incumbent must achieve smooth workflow by delegating assignments and explaining procedures.

The job requires a current Alberta Journeyman Plumber trades certificate along with several years of experience.

Work is performed within the Division/department policies and procedures and is guided by plumbing, construction, and maintenance standards and principles and those established by the department. Work is completed in compliance with the Alberta Building Code, Plumbing, Sprinkler and Gas Codes, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations and guidelines, and the Division’s goals and objectives.

This incumbent exercised considerable discretion in the performance of its regular duties.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Management

• Install plumbing and heating in small new structures (e.g. portable classrooms) as well as existing structures
• Maintain operation of the mechanical components of physical plants
• Carry out preventive maintenance programs with respect to the mechanical services in the schools and buildings
• Participate as a member of a project planning and design team, utilize independent judgment and input from team members
• Install, inspect, troubleshoot, service, repair, and maintain a variety of plumbing/mechanical equipment and parts
• Monitor inventory control including purchasing, receiving, shipping, and categorizing supplies, materials, and equipment
• Assist department staff with a variety of projects and provide cover-off during absences
• Other duties as assigned

Maintenance and repairs

• Assist in the development of a preventive maintenance program and assessment of existing plumbing/heating systems for modernization
• Respond to notification of breakdowns, failures, or disruptions and effect restoration of service using the most efficient method to complete the work
• Evaluate and report on the performance of various products and make recommendations with respect to standardization, types and makes of equipment
• Assist in the collection of performance results with respect to mechanical equipment and parts for purchasing use
• Maintain technical knowledge through professional development activities
• Assist in the cleanup of worksites
• Ensure tools and equipment are operating properly and report those that are not
• Ensure worksites are clean and maintained within safety standards

Building security

• Ensure materials and tools are safely operated and stored at all times
• Secure building as required depending on worksite requirements

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and Experience:

• High School, plus a current valid Alberta Journeyman Plumber trades certificate
• Several years of recent related experience with proven troubleshooting techniques and the ability to work with minimal service information
• A thorough knowledge of plumbing, steam, and hot water heating, gas distribution systems, air cooling devices, controls, and other related mechanical components as well as a strong working knowledge of the plumbing, sprinkler, and gas codes
• Good understanding of basic construction and maintenance techniques
• Knowledge of the safe use of power and manual tools and equipment
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety regulations and legislation including working in confined spaces
• Knowledge of regulations governing Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TGD) and the
• Alberta Building Code, Plumbing, Sprinkler, and Gas Codes, are required
• Knowledge of department and unit policies, procedures, business, and operations
• Working knowledge of Microsoft programs – Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet is required; knowledge of electronic attendance system is an asset
• Standard First Aid/CPR is an asset

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to identify the level of repair needed and make decisions on the most efficient means of repair
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and good judgment when dealing with other trades, school principals, teachers, students, co-workers, and the general public
• Fluency in the English language including both oral and written communication skills is mandatory
• Ability to schedule, plan task priorities, and manage several projects with conflicting demands
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Physically able to complete the duties of the Job using appropriate tools and techniques (constantly lifting up to 30Kg/66lbs)
• A valid Class 5 driver’s license and the ability to travel to various sites within Edmonton
• Ability to provide a clean driver’s abstract upon hire and as requested
• Possession of a complete set of recognized basic hand tools