Plumber (Downtown)

McGill University; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Defined contribution pension plan

Group RRSP & TFSA

Competitive vacation policy

Personal days

Floating holidays

Summer Fridays

Holiday time off in December

Tuition waiver for employees & depend.

Job summary

McGill University in Montreal’s Ferrier Building seeks a skilled plumber to install, repair and maintain sanitary, heating, cooling and related systems. The role operates 38.75 hours weekly, Monday to Friday, with required PPE and safety protocols in designated areas.

Candidates must hold valid plumbing certificates, steam fitting and gas licenses, and an ASP Safety card; strong English/French communication is expected. Salary hourly $37.12.

Qualifications

• Must have the Certificat en plomberie or Certificat de Compétence Compagnon (Plombier).
• Steam fitting license and gas license required.
• ASP Safety card required; English and French functional literacy.

Responsibilities

• Installs, modifies, replaces, repairs and maintains plumbing systems and accessories.
• Maintains sanitary, heat, cooling, compressed air, steam, natural gas and drainage networks.
• Ensures safety and PPE compliance while working in designated areas.

Education

Certificat en plomberie

Certificat de Compétence Compagnon (Plombier)

Steam fitting license

Gas license

ASP Safety card

Job description

Hiring Unit:

Facilities Management and Ancillary Services - Building Operations

Position Summary:

The incumbent installs, modifies, replaces, repairs and maintains plumbing accessories such as: sanitary, heat and cooling systems; compressed air; high-pressure steam networks; natural gas and drainage systems.

Qualifications:

Must have the “Certificat en plomberie” from Emploi-Québec OR “Certificat de Compétence Compagnon (Plombier)”. Steam fitting license (required). Gas license (required). ASP Safety card (required). Preventive and troubleshooting experience are an asset. English and French functional spoken and read, English or French functional written.

Additional Details:

• Status: Full-Time
• Hours of Work: 38.75 hours/week
• Schedule: Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
• The incumbent will be required to wear a mask and other required personal protective equipment (PPE) when working in designated areas.

As one of Montreal’s Top Employers, here is what we offer:

• Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
• Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
• Competitive vacation policy
• Two (2) personal days (if eligible)
• Two (2) floating holidays (if eligible)
• Nine (9) “Summer Fridays” - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day (if eligible)
• Paid time off over the December holiday period (if eligible)
• Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents

Knowledge of English:

McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level #3 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.

For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here.

Hourly Salary:

$37.12

Hours per Week:

38.75 (Full time)

Location:

Ferrier Building

Supervisor:

Sector Operations Supervisor

Deadline to Apply:

2026-10-16

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [e-mail].