Plumber (Downtown)/Plombier(Centre-Ville)

McGill University; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Nova Scotia is seeking a skilled tradesperson for plumbing installation and maintenance. The role requires a plumbing and heating license 'C' and offers a full-time schedule with a competitive hourly wage of $37.12. The successful candidate will work closely with the Trades Supervisor and must have strong bilingual communication skills in French and English.

Qualifications

• Plumbing and heating license 'C' required.
• Knowledge of steam and natural gas systems is an asset.
• Bilingual communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain plumbing and heating systems.
• Repair and replace plumbing accessories.
• Work collaboratively under the Trades Supervisor's guidance.

Skills

Knowledge of French

Knowledge of English

Education

Plumbing and heating license “C”

Steam and natural gas licenses

Certification for back flow preventer inspection

Job description

Overview

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Hiring Unit

Student Housing and Hospitality Services

Position Summary

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

Plumbing and heating license “C”. Steam and natural gas licenses; certification for back flow preventer inspection and selection and installation of back flow preventer are assets. Knowledge of French and English. McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing.

Additional Information

Work Schedule is Monday to Friday 8am to 15h45 (subject to change).

Hourly Salary

$37.12

Hours per Week

38.75 (Full time)

Location

Bishop Mountain Hall

Supervisor

Trades Supervisor

Deadline to Apply

2025-09-24

Equity and Accommodation

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].