Plumber/Gas Fitter HVAC Technician

Sturgeon Public Schools; Morinville; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Work-life balance

Meaningful work

Varied projects

Professional development

Supportive team

Close to home

Job summary

Sturgeon Public Schools in Morinville seeks a Full-Time Plumber/Gas Fitter HVAC Technician to service school facilities. Reporting to the Director of Facilities, you will perform maintenance, repairs, and project work across multiple sites with a rotation for on-call evenings and weekends.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, offering competitive compensation, benefits, and a stable, year-round schedule in a community-focused division.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification or equivalent.
• Alberta Class B Gasfitter Journeyman certificate or apprenticeship.
• Minimum five years of experience in a commercial setting.
• Experience in HVAC or related fields.
• Familiarity with HVAC wiring diagrams and controls.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service plumbing for facilities, including water lines, drains, waste and vent lines, sinks, toilets and urinals.
• Maintenance of boilers including the control valves and scheduled maintenance of the exhaust fans.
• Respond to work order requests under the direction of the Director of Facilities Services and Maintenance.
• Supervise students hired for summer projects.
• Work in conjunction with administration, custodians, and facilities operations team as required.
• Be willing to engage in lifelong learning with respect to training, in-service and professional development.
• Promote public relations between the communities, school division and school office.

Skills

BMS Experience

Gas Fitting

Plumbing Systems

HVAC Troubleshooting

Customer Service

Safety Procedures

Maintenance Scheduling

Education

Red Seal Certification

Alberta Class B Gasfitter Journeyman

Five years in commercial setting

Job description

We're hiring: Plumber/ Gas Fitter HVAC Technician

Sturgeon Public Schools is currently seeking a Full-Time Permanent Plumber/ Gas Fitter HVAC Technician based out of Central Office in Morinville.

Why Join Sturgeon Public Schools?

At Sturgeon Public Schools, you'll find more than just a job; you'll find a career that offers stability, balance, and the opportunity to make a difference in your community.

What You'll Love About This Role

This position offers the opportunity to apply your plumbing and gas fitting expertise across a variety of facilities while enjoying the stability of permanent employment. You'll work independently and as part of a skilled facilities team, helping maintain the systems that keep our schools operating safely and efficiently. Every day brings something different, from preventative maintenance and repairs to project work and supporting school operations throughout the Division.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
• Work-life balance with a consistent schedule and year-round employment
• Meaningful work supporting safe, comfortable, and welcoming learning environments for students and staff
• Varied and engaging work across multiple school facilities and division sites
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training
• A supportive team environment that values collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement
• The opportunity to work close to home and serve the schools in Sturgeon County

Reporting to the Director of Facilities and/or designate, the Plumber/Gas Fitter will assume responsibility in areas requiring service and maintenance of Sturgeon Public School Division facilities. All duties are to be performed on a timely and accurate basis. This is an eight (8) hour per day position; however, this person is on call for emergencies and on a rotational call for evenings and weekends.

Required Skills:

• Building Management System(BMS) Experience
• Install and service Forced air Heating and Cooling Systems
• Service new construction and retrofits
• Air conditioner installation and service
• Ductless mini-split heat pump installations and service
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Provide excellent customer service
• Perform regular preventative maintenance
• Working knowledge of Provincial code requirements and changes to the code along with legislative bulletins
• Excellent human relations skills
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments
• Perform all work on a timely and accurate basis
• Works well under pressure
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new applications and keep abreast of new information, products, and equipment as they become available

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain and service all the plumbing for Sturgeon Public School Division facilities, including, but not limited to, water lines, drains, waste and vent lines, sinks, toilets and urinals
• Maintenance of boilers including the control valves and scheduled maintenance of the exhaust fans
• Respond to work order requests under the direction of the Director of Facilities Services and Maintenance
• Supervise students hired for summer projects
• Work in conjunction with administration, custodians, and facilities operations team as required
• Be willing to engage in lifelong learning with respect to training, in-service and professional development
• Promote public relations between the communities, school division and school office

Education and Experience

• Red Seal Certification or equivalent
• Alberta Class B Gasfitter Journeyman certificate or apprenticeship
• A minimum of five years' experience in a commercial setting
• Previous experience in HVAC or other related fields
• Familiarity with HVAC wiring diagrams and controls
• Ability to handle physical workload (lifting 60 pounds)
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Why Join Sturgeon Public Schools?

We pride ourselves on doing things a little differently. Here's what sets us apart:

• Contribute to the safety and functionality of diverse learning environments
• Be part of a dynamic facilities team that supports innovative education
• Enjoy a supportive work culture and a division committed to continuous improvement

Important to Note

• 40 hours per week, 8-hour/day, with on-call responsibilities for emergencies, including a rotational schedule for evenings and weekends
• Comprehensive benefits package including defined pension, as per General Employment Conditions