Temporary, full-time, Plumber

University of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Victoria is seeking a journeyman plumber to perform installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of water, sewer, and gas systems across campus facilities and grounds. Candidates must have completed an apprenticeship and hold a current Trades Qualification, with proficiency in natural gas installation and a solid knowledge of local codes. A valid B.C.

driver’s license is required. The role requires the ability to read mechanical drawings and work both independently and as

Qualifications

• Must have completed apprenticeship and hold current Trades Qualification.
• Journeyman level skills with proficiency in plumbing trades tasks, including natural gas installation.
• Good working knowledge of local plumbing codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and inspect water, sewer, gas, and related systems and fixtures across university buildings and grounds.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings for installations and repairs.
• Work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic campus environment.
• Respond to urgent issues after hours or on weekends when required.

Skills

Reading drawings

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Apprenticeship completed

Trades Qualification

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.