Plumber, Toronto

This position will provide professional Plumbing Services to the York Community, primarily focused to work in Housing&Conference Services, Ancillary Services.

Education

Current Ontario Certificate of Qualifications as a Plumber is required. Gas fitter licence is an asset.

Successful applicant must obtain a W.H.M.I.S. certificate prior to the completion of the probationary or trial period.

Must hold a valid Ontario drivers licence (Class 'G') in good standing

Experience

Minimum 5 years' recent directly related experience within the plumbing trade.

Experience in both general construction and maintenance of commercial-type installations preferred.

Experience in testing, relocating, repairing and servicing backflow prevention devices is preferred

Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures and methods as well as the proper materials, tools and equipment utilized in plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance work.

Demonstrated ability to trace the causes of problems on water well, sewer lift, plumbing and irrigation problems and subsequently make repairs.

Good oral communication skills and ability to read and comprehend written instructions.

Ability to lift heavy equipment (e.g. plumbing fixtures) and climb ladders and scaffolds.

Must possess the ability to work cooperatively with other Maintenance Trades Group, contractors and community members.

Basic computer skills.

Knowledge of water distribution and waste water disposal in residential, commercial and industrial buildings.

Knowledge of domestic hot and cold water systems and low pressure steam.

Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics of piping diagrams.

Knowledge of all relevant building codes, legislation, regulations, policies and procedures for installation and maintenance.

Knowledge of safe work practices including methods, procedures and equipment use.

Hours of Work Monday to Friday, eight (8) hour shift, normally scheduled between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The role is currently assigned to day shifts but requires flexibility to accommodate alternate scheduling, including potential evening, night, or weekend shifts, as operational needs evolve.

Location This position will operate out of the Keele Campus and include travel between Keele, Glendon, and Markham campuses as required.

The University welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), Indigenous Peoples and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. York University is committed to a positive, supportive and inclusive environment.

York University offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you are contacted by York University regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.

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