Plumber/Maintenance Worker V

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (RJH) invites applications for a journeyman plumber position at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria. The role covers installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing systems, with supervision of apprentices and contractors as needed.

The temporary full-time assignment runs from Sep 28, 2026 to Mar 31, 2027, with a 0730–1530 shift and travel between multiple sites. Required credentials include a BC Journeyman Plumber certificate, Gas Fitter license with electrical

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Install, construct, alter, repair, maintain and service 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.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to deal with others

Physical ability

Read blueprints

Organize workload

Education

Journeyman Plumber certificate

Gas Fitter's license with electrical endorsement

Cross Connection Control Specialist certificate

BC Driver's License

Two years related experience or equivalent

Job description

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0730-1530

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$41.59 - $41.59

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Sep. 28 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Mar. 31 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

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.

FBA: This temporary position may be extended or ended at the discretion of the hiring manager based on the departmental requirements.