Plumber

As an integral member of the Plant Operations & Maintenance Department, the principal responsibilities of the PLUMBER include:

1. Inspecting, maintaining, and/or replacing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures to maintain the heating, water, gas, and drainage systems of the hospital facilities.
2. Maintaining and repairing plumbing systems equipment in confined and/or open spaces.
3. Performing pipefitting and other duties, while ensuring proper care in the use of equipment and supplies.
4. Performing quality management responsibilities.
5. Working in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies, and contraventions of the Act in a timely manner.
6. Performing cross-functional duties as assigned and/or required.
7. Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalency required.
• Must possess a current Certificate of Qualification as a Plumber with the Ontario College of Trades.
• Minimum of 6 months related work experience.
• Must be able to read building plans, blueprints, and plumbing schematic drawings and upgrades.
• Thorough knowledge of plumbing principles, pipe specification codes, and principles of operation application of equipment required.
• Math, drafting, physics, and good analytical skills required.
• Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance with UHN standards.
• Exercise initiative and good judgment with the ability to multi-task.
• Compliance with confidentiality requirements under UHN Privacy Policy.
• Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN, and/or departmental policies.
• Client service oriented, with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate that people with different opinions, backgrounds, and characteristics bring richness to the challenge or situation at hand.
• Ability to lift 11kg to 20kg.

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs, and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages.
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service.
• A flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization.
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.).

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on medical grounds pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate, or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.