Temporary, full-time, Plumber

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Victoria is seeking a Journeyman plumber to perform journeyperson-level work in installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of water, sewer, gas, and related systems across university buildings and grounds.

Applicants must have completed an apprenticeship with a current Trades Qualification, strong knowledge of local plumbing codes, and the ability to work both independently and in a team in a dynamic campus environment.

Qualifications

• Must have completed apprenticeship and hold current Trades Qualification.
• Journeyman level plumbing skills, including natural gas installation.
• Good knowledge of local plumbing codes and standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a campus environment.
• Able to perform heavy manual tasks in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and inspect water, sewer, gas, and related systems and fixtures.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings and diagrams.
• Work in university buildings and grounds across campus.
• Respond to urgent issues after hours or on weekends when required.

Skills

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

Journeyman qualification

Tools

Gas installation

Piping tools

Job description

The Plumber performs journeyperson-level work in the installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of water, sewer, gas, and related systems and fixtures throughout university buildings and grounds. This includes work on domestic and industrial piping, drainage systems, gas lines, laboratory systems, and specialty fixtures. The role requires skill in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic campus environment.

Must have completed apprenticeship and hold current Trades Qualification. Journeyman (M/F) level skills and demonstrated proficiency in performing plumbing trades tasks, in particular, natural gas installation. Good working knowledge of local plumbing codes and standards. Sufficient strength, stamina and coordination to perform a variety of routine heavy manual and machine operation tasks under all weather conditions. Valid B.C. driver's license required to drive a light truck in performance of above duties.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in mechanical rooms, crawlspaces, roofs, laboratories, and both indoor and outdoor environments. Exposure to noise, heat, moisture, confined spaces, chemical residues, and sewage may occur. Regular lifting, climbing, and bending are required. PPE must be worn where appropriate. May be called upon to respond to urgent issues after hours or on weekends.