Plumber

Vancouver Coastal Health • Vancouver, BC

13d

About The Position

Within the Facility Maintenance and Operations Department and under general supervision, performs skilled work in the field of plumbing, steamfitting and piping systems according to standards/regulations. Repairs and maintains low pressure steam distribution and condensate systems, hot and chilled water piping systems and related equipment associated with the heating, glycol, heat recovery, air distribution and associated effluent, sewage and waste disposal, and medical gas, using tools and related equipment. Prepares appropriate rigging to move equipment.

Requirements

• Certificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification Certificate as a journeyman Plumber.
• Two years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, drawings and specifications.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Class B level Gas Fitter's License with an electrical endorsement recognized by the Province of BC is an asset.
• Valid Certificate of Competency as a Cross Connection Control Specialist issued by the American Water Works Association, British Columbia Section is preferred and will be required within first 6 months of being hired.
• Certificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification Certificate as a journeyman Steamfitter/Pipefitter may also be required depending on site specifications and will be noted in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled work in the field of plumbing, steamfitting and piping systems according to standards/regulations.
• Repairs and maintains low pressure steam distribution and condensate systems, hot and chilled water piping systems and related equipment associated with the heating, glycol, heat recovery, air distribution and associated effluent, sewage and waste disposal, and medical gas, using tools and related equipment.
• Prepares appropriate rigging to move equipment.

Benefits

• The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed