Plumber

BGIS; Halifax; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS is hiring a Journeyperson Plumber in Halifax to operate and maintain complex plumbing and related systems. The role includes reading blueprints, performing installations, and ensuring compliance with safety and building codes. You will handle routine maintenance, respond to service requests, and support facility projects while upholding company standards and on-call responsibilities. The position is full-time and on-site.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Journeyman level Plumbing license issued by the province of work.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a licensed plumber.
• College diploma or certification in a related trade.
• Strong knowledge of fire, life safety, building codes and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, and size piping systems and components.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on facility plumbing.
• Respond to service requests to maintain uptime and asset integrity.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health & safety policies and codes.
• Maintain tools and document expenditures.
• Assist with facility-related projects and client communications.

Skills

Licensed plumber

Plumbing experience 5+ years

Health and safety mindset

Effective communication

Mentoring/leadership

Shift/on-call readiness

Valid driver’s license

Education

College Diploma/Certification

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

The Journeyperson Plumber has a minimum 5 years’ experience and holds a valid Certificate of Qualification issued by the province in which the work is performed. The incumbent is responsible for operating facility systems, performing preventative and corrective maintenance, routine services on facility mechanical and electrical equipment and systems for the assigned facility within the limits of company policy and trade certification. The Journeyperson Plumber is also responsible for performing work in accordance with established processes and practices and for complying with internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, security and fire protection.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Installation & Troubleshooting

• Determines piping system requirements and pipe sizing.
• Measures, cuts, threads and bends pipes to required shape and size.
• Interprets blueprints, drawings and specifications to map layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems in residential and commercial buildings.
• Cuts opening in walls or floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
• Installs, replaces and repairs valves, pump and all others of piping system, fixtures and equipment.
• Tests pipes for leaking and other problems.

Maintenance

• Performs work in accordance to established processes and practices.
• Complies with all internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, fire protection.
• Responds to routine and on-demand service requests and performs preventative and corrective maintenance activities at assigned facility.
• Performs regular facility, facility plumbing systems monitoring and inspection, preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure facility uptime and safety objectives are met, uninterrupted client operation and asset integrity of assigned facility is maintained
• Follows health and safety standards and complies with building codes.
• Assists in the implementation of preventative maintenance (PM) program. Ensures that deficiencies are identified, recorded and escalated, and that related documentations are maintained.
• Maintains accurate inventory of all assigned tools/equipment and arranges for repair and replacement where required

Client Relations

• Provides observations about facility, facility plumbing conditions and deficiencies and provides recommendations for enhancement and repair.
• Participates in and assists with facility-related projects.

Administration

• Participates in and assists with facility-related projects.
• Ensures the manner in which work is performed is in compliance with corporate and legislated policies, procedures, practices and guidelines related to environmental, health and safety, fire protection and any other applicable requirements.
• Maintains all assigned tools and arranges for repair and replacement where required
• Submits all expenditures on a timely basis.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge & Skills

• College Diploma/Certification required
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience required as a licensed Plumber
• Strong ability to adhere and to properly execute processes and practices relating to facility operations and maintenance
• Troubleshooting and resolution skills
• Current knowledge of fire, life, safety and building codes and standards and ability to research and apply related codes and standards
• Possesses a strong environmental, health and safety mindset. Ability to perform work in a safe manner
• Strong client-service orientation along with a high sense of urgency
• Effective communication skills for the purpose of data relay, exchange, feedback, and clarification
• Mentoring skills required to support lower level technicians development
• Must be able and willing to work shifts, be available for on-call/standby and emergency call-outs as they arise
• Must be willing to wear Personal Protective Equipment
• Must meet enhanced security clearance requirements
• Valid drivers’ license

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Must hold a valid Journeyman level Plumbing license issued by the province in which the work is performed

Any one of the following are considered an asset:

• Current Backflow Prevention Tester License

This is a regular, full-time position with an hourly pay range of 32.64 - $40.80 per hour. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education, professional designations and performance related to this role.

About Us

We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About The Team

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facility management services. With a combined team of over 10,000 globally, BGIS relentlessly focuses on delivering innovative service solutions that create value for its clients. Globally, BGIS manages over 50,000 facilities totaling more than 600 million square feet across several markets including government, higher education, utilities, telecommunications, financial services, oil & gas, healthcare and cloud enterprise. In addition to managing a diverse portfolio of corporate offices, retail, colleges, hospitals and industrial assets, BGIS is a world leader in the management of data centers and other critical environments.

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric if our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.