Plumber/Gas Fitter HVAC Technician

Sturgeon Public School Division; Morinville; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Year-round employment

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Close to home in Morinville

Job summary

Sturgeon Public School Division in Morinville, AB, is seeking a Full-Time Plumber/Gas Fitter HVAC Technician to maintain plumbing, gas fitting, and HVAC systems across division facilities.

You will work independently and as part of a skilled facilities team, with on-call duties for evenings and weekends. This role offers stability, professional development, and the chance to support safe, comfortable learning environments for students and staff.

Qualifications

• 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 related fields.
• Familiarity with HVAC wiring diagrams and controls.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service plumbing for division facilities (water lines, drains, vents, sinks, toilets, urinals).
• Maintain boilers and exhaust fans; perform scheduled maintenance.
• Respond to work orders under Director of Facilities Services & Maintenance.
• Supervise students on summer projects.
• Collaborate with administration, custodians and facilities operations.
• Pursue ongoing training and professional development.
• Promote positive relations between community, division and school offices.

Skills

BMS experience

Forced air HVAC

New construction service

Air conditioner installation

Ductless mini-split installs

Safety policies & procedures

Customer service

Preventative maintenance

Provincial code knowledge

People skills

Adapt to changing environments

Timely and accurate work

Work well under pressure

Willingness to learn new tech

Education

Red Seal Certification or equivalent

Alberta Class B Gasfitter Journeyman certificate/apprenticeship

5+ years experience in commercial setting

HVAC wiring diagrams & controls

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

If you're looking to apply your trade skills in a role that offers stability, purpose, and a strong sense of community, we'd love to hear from you.

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?

• 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
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.