Service Plumber / Restaurant Equipment Technician (Hybrid)

First Choice Maintenance; Tobique; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Tools provided

Health and dental benefits

Training and onboarding

Year-round work

Job summary

First Choice Maintenance in Victoria, BC is seeking a Journeyman Plumber for a full-time field role serving commercial clients and foodservice venues. You will diagnose, maintain, and repair plumbing systems, perform drain cleaning and water filtration servicing, and handle basic restaurant equipment tasks as needed.

Daily site travel is required with a company vehicle, and you will coordinate with the equipment team for more complex repairs.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of plumbing experience in service-focused roles.
• Proven experience diagnosing and repairing commercial plumbing systems and water filtration.
• Willingness to service light restaurant equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair commercial plumbing systems with emphasis on drain cleaning.
• Perform drain cleaning, jetting, water filtration service, and fixtures maintenance.
• Complete service calls and preventative maintenance visits.
• Perform light servicing on commercial ovens and restaurant equipment on-site when needed.
• Coordinate with equipment team for complex repairs outside your scope.
• Maintain safe, clean, and food-safe job sites and complete digital reports.

Skills

Plumbing

Drain Cleaning

Customer communication

Safety-conscious

Job description

At First Choice Maintenance (FCM), we’ve proudly delivered high-quality facility maintenance services across Canada since 2003. We specialize in plumbing, plumbing fixtures, water filtration systems, electrical, restaurant equipment, and more. We maintain a strong focus on reliable, responsive field service.

We are a 100% Canadian-owned company that believes in supporting our tradespeople with the tools, respect, and flexibility they need to succeed. This is especially true in the dynamic, fast-paced environments we serve.

The Role

We are hiring a Journeyman Plumber based in Victoria, BC for a hybrid role that blends commercial plumbing with light restaurant equipment work. This is a full-time, field-based position involving daily travel to job sites, primarily in the commercial and foodservice sectors.

This position is built for a licensed plumber who is comfortable being the primary point of contact for a client site. This means someone willing to take on some oven and light equipment servicing in addition to plumbing work, so our customers get one trusted technician instead of waiting on multiple visits. Plumbing remains the core of the role; equipment work is a valued add-on, and full training and support is provided for the equipment side.

Much of the work is performed in active retail or restaurant locations, often in tight spaces during off-hours or around customers.

What You'll Do

Diagnose, maintain, and repair commercial plumbing systems with a strong emphasis on drain cleaning and clearing blockages

Perform drain cleaning and jetting, and service water filtration systems and plumbing fixtures

Complete service calls and preventative maintenance visits

Perform light servicing and basic troubleshooting on commercial ovens and related restaurant equipment when needed on-site

Coordinate with the equipment team on more complex equipment repairs outside your scope

Recommend repair solutions and communicate clearly with internal teams

Maintain safe, clean, and food-safe job sites during and after work

Accurately complete digital service reports and timesheets

Follow all safety regulations, building codes, and company protocols

Drive to different locations throughout the day (company vehicle provided)

Occasionally respond to after-hours or weekend calls, as required

Work schedules can vary based on service needs and may occasionally include evening or weekend work, with advance notice when possible. One of the benefits of working with FCM is that you can focus fully on your trade. We handle all customer billing and scheduling. You'll enjoy a steady flow of service calls from our established commercial clients, so you never have to worry about finding your next job or chasing payments.

What We're Looking For

Valid Class 5 (BC) Driver's License and clean driving record (Required)

Comfortable with mobile apps, work orders, and digital tools (Required)

3–5+ years of plumbing experience in a service-focused role

Proven hands‑on experience diagnosing and repairing commercial plumbing systems, water filtration systems, and plumbing fixtures. Skilled at clearing blockages and servicing drainage systems

Willingness and comfort taking on light restaurant equipment/oven servicing in addition to core plumbing duties (required)

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong attention to safety, cleanliness, and detail

Clear, professional communication skills (both written and verbal)

Physically able to lift 50–100 lbs and work in demanding environments

Gas Fitter Certification. An asset, but not required

Backflow Certification. An asset, but not required

Legally authorized to work in Canada (FCM does not sponsor work permits, visas, or immigration processes)

Clean criminal record (required)

What We Offer

Competitive wage based on experience

Company vehicle and fuel card

All tools, equipment, and uniforms provided

Health and dental benefits after probation period

Onboarding and training support

Consistent year-round work in a growing, well‑organized company

A respectful, safety‑focused environment where tradespeople are valued

FCM is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request. If you require a specific accommodation during the application process, please let us know.