Trades 2 - Steamfitter

University of British Columbia - Staff; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia is seeking a skilled Trades 2 - Steamfitter for its Mechanical Maintenance department. The role involves maintenance, repair, and operation of heating systems across campus. Candidates must possess relevant trade certification and experience, with a focus on safety and teamwork.

Benefits

Vacation allotments increasing with tenure

Tuition credit tuition waiver for staff

On-site Staff Fitness Centre

University Pension Contributions

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years related experience.
• Valid BC Gas Fitter B License preferred.
• Ability to interpret drawings and maintenance manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on building heating and cooling piping systems.
• Diagnose equipment defects and recommend solutions.
• Maintain and install underground piping.

Skills

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Trade Certification as a Steamfitter

Job description

Staff - Union

Job Category CUPE 116 Job ProfileCUPE 116 Salaried - Trades 2 - Steamfitter Job Title Trades 2 - Steamfitter Department Mechanical Maintenance | Mechanical Trades | Building Operations Compensation Range $6,774.00 - $7,226.00 CAD Monthly Posting End Date July 3, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $81,288 - $86,712 (Annual Gross) | $41.69 - $44.47 per hour

Supplemental Pay Types:

o Salary premium for Gas Fitting Ticket (B) of $1.75 per hour

o Opportunity for OT at Double Time (bankable for additional time off)

o Evening/Weekend shift premiums when applicable

Schedule:

o Working nine day-shifts (6:37am to 3:30pm) over a two-week period

§ Every second Friday or Monday off

Vacation Allotments:

o Year 1: 1.25 vacation days earned per month

o Year 2: Three weeks of vacation

o Year 5: Four weeks of vacation

o Year 8: Five weeks of vacation

o Year 14-18: One additional day of vacation earned per year

o Year 18: Six weeks of vacation

o Every year: Three additional vacation days between Christmas and New Years

University Pension Contributions:

o 9.4% of your gross pensionable earnings (basic salary). Read more here .

E ligibility for tuition credit tuition waiver in each 12-month period as follows:

o 12 credits of UBC undergraduate courses (transferable to your eligible dependent spouse or child ); or UBC Extended Learning and approved Continuing Studies non-credit courses (the dollar equivalent of 12 undergraduate credits)

Other UBC perks for staff. Read more here .

On-site Staff Fitness Centre & Classes Available

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Description Summary

UBC Building Operations provides comprehensive facilities maintenance, operations and renovation services for lands and buildings owned by the University of British Columbia. Trades are the heart and hands of Building Operations. The Trades units provide a wide range of services for the maintenance, repair and operation of all buildings on campus.

Building Operations Steamfitters perform skilled steam fitting/pipefitting work at the journeyperson level in the planning, layout, assembly, installation, maintenance, repair and renovation work of building steam and hot water heating systems, chilled water systems, high and low pressure steam lines and equipment throughout the University.

Organizational Status

Steamfitters report to the Mechanical Trades Manager. Steamfitters work both independently as well as with other Steamfitters and associated tradespeople, both at the apprentice and journeyperson level. Steamfitters receive daily work assignments and directions from the Head Steamfitter as well as the Sub Head Steamfitter.

Work Performed

Performs maintenance, repair and renovation work such as:

- Building heating and cooling piping systems, including associated components such as: heat exchangers, coils, steam traps, valves, strainers, radiation elements, backflow prevention devices.

- Handling of asbestos or other hazardous insulation materials.

- Maintaining and installing underground piping and associated fittings.

- Carrying out inspection tests.

- Diagnosing defects on equipment, taking remedial action as required or recommending solution to supervision verbally or written.

Assists in the preparation of job estimates defining required resources and materials.

Works from oral and written instructions, work orders, service requests and drawings.

Assembles parts, equipment, fittings and joins them by soldering, brazing, gluing, screwing, caulking, bolting and other methods.

Works in accordance with all safety standards, practices, procedures and ensures personal protective equipment is used where required.

Responds to service requests and emergencies immediately during normal working hours and after working hours in a safe efficient manner. Ensures all tools, equipment and instruments required for work are safely utilized and appropriately stored..

Ensures good housekeeping is practiced in the steamfitting shop and on site.

Is responsible for work being completed in accordance with job requirements and specifications.

This position is expected to keep current with preventative maintenance concepts, technology, and theory and to be familiar with manufacturer and regulatory maintenance requirements.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Work is performed within prescribed and accepted trade standards, in accordance with job requirements and specifications and external regulatory requirements; inappropriate repair/maintenance decisions could delay resolution of problems and adversely affect users of equipment/system and possible safety of users and the general public.

Supervision Received

Steamfitters work under the general supervision of the Head and Sub Head Steamfitter. Steamfitters are required to develop appropriate work procedures and methods of problem solving. Steamfitters receive specific instructions only on unusual problems and are required to develop appropriate work procedures.

Supervision Given

Steamfitters monitor and check the work of apprentice(s) or labourers as the need arises.

Minimum Qualifications

- A trade certification to journeyperson level as a Steamfitter
- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Valid BC Gas Fitter B License with electrical endorsement for low voltage, BC Cross Connection Control certificate and Valid BC Drivers License. BC Gas Fitter A License is preferred. Minimum 5 years of related experience. A working knowledge of relevant industrial safety regulations and building codes. Ability to interpret drawings, specification, and information contained in maintenance manuals. Ability to produce accurate isometric sketches that demonstrate existing conditions, proposed installation, repairs and alterations. Effective oral and written communication, organizational and problem solving skills.

Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. Ability to provide quality service to customers in a courteous, patient manner. Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships. Ability to work various shift patterns dependent upon operational needs. Ability to work in confined spaces and areas with elevated temperatures. Knowledge of welding practices and the ability to assist welders in the fabrication of piping spools. Basic ability to use a smartphone, tablet and PC.