Plumber/Maintenance Worker V

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 47,267 - 67,320; Part time

Job summary

The Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a skilled Plumber at Gorge Road Hospital in Victoria, BC. This role involves performing plumbing work, supervising maintenance staff, and ensuring a commitment to safety and quality.

The ideal candidate will hold a Certificate of Apprenticeship, a Class B Gas Fitter's license, and have two years of related experience. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $41.59.

Qualifications

• Two years recent, related experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled plumbing work at the journeyman level.
• Install, alter, repair, maintain, and service plumbing systems.
• Supervise designated maintenance staff and/or contractors as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Blueprint reading

Organizational skills

Education

Certificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification

Class B Gas Fitter's license

Valid Certificate of Competency as a Cross Connection Control Specialist

Valid BC Drivers License

Job description

Gorge Road Hospital (GRH) - Victoria, BC V9A 1L2 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

As required/7:30-15:30

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$41.59 - $41.59

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Jun. 19 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to the Head Plumber or Maintenance Supervisor. The Plumber performs skilled plumbing work at the journeyman level by installing, constructing, altering, repairing, maintaining and servicing plumbing systems. May perform preventative maintenance, demand maintenance, and project work approaching the journeyman trades level on a variety of facility equipment and systems. May supervise designated maintenance staff and/or contractors as assigned. Provides related training and orientation to apprentices and designated staff as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Certificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification Certificate as a journeyman Plumber, Class B level Gas Fitter's license with an electrical endorsement recognized by the Province of British Columbia; Valid Certificate of Competency as a Cross Connection Control Specialist issued by the American Water Works Association, British Columbia Section. Valid BC Drivers License. Two years recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.