Journeyman Steam & Pipefitter/Plumber - Institutional Attendant IV

St. Francis Xavier University • Antigonish, NS

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About The Position

Reporting to the Mechanical and Electrical Supervisor, the Facilities Management Department is seeking a Journeyman Steamfitter & Pipefitter/Plumber with experience in maintenance and skilled trades work. The successful candidate will support the ongoing operation, repair, and maintenance of university systems and infrastructure.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Journeyman Steamfitter & Pipefitter and/or Plumber certification
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the installation and repair of heating, cooling, and process piping systems, including steam distribution systems (required)
• Experience with water distribution and sanitary drainage system installation and repair (required)
• Ability to perform semi-skilled work outside primary trade qualifications
• Proficiency in the safe use and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, and related equipment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and instructions
• Working knowledge of formulas, measurements, and conversion tables relevant to the trade
• Basic computer literacy

Nice To Haves

• A secondary trade certification or relevant cross-trade experience is considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on university equipment and building systems
• Complete installation of small projects, upgrades, and system modifications
• Participate in an on-call rotation shared among the maintenance team
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and operate university vehicles as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED