Maintenance Plumber

2 weeks ago

Kitchener, Canada Region of Waterloo Full time

Description of Duties:
Performs preventive, demand, corrective maintenance, rejuvenation, and restoration work on plumbing systems, devices, fixtures, and HVAC systems at all Region buildings, including Waterloo Region housing to meet requirements for a safe and reliable workplace.

Current Assignment: Waterloo Region Housing

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Repairs and replaces plumbing system components and fixtures; installs new water and sanitation systems and adds onto existing systems.
- Performs maintenance on mechanical operating equipment associated with HVAC systems (e.g. repairs/replaces components, changes filters, replaces motors, services humidification systems, replaces bearings on blowers, replaces belts, lubricates moving parts, troubleshoots and solves gas train problems).
- Responds to client concerns and troubleshoots to identify cause of failure and determine course of action; implements appropriate solutions.
- Provides technical expertise to evaluate issues and provide options and solutions.
- Determines work scope, timelines, and details in consultation with supervisor, as required.
- Organizes, sets up, and cleans up work sites to ensure the safety and comfort of clients, tenants, co-workers, and the public.
- Maintains documentation/records for projects, service work, and maintenance activities. Reports conditions for investigation/correction.
- Participates in the development and implementation of plumbing and backflow preventive maintenance programs (e.g., systems, fixtures, valves, shut-offs, hot water tanks, cushion tanks, water softeners and systems, sump pump systems, water heating systems, sewage systems). Performs annual backflow testing.
- Participates in the development and implementation of HVAC preventive maintenance program (e.g., natural gas, propane, fuel/electrical heating systems, air conditioning and heating units, fans and dampers, air and water refrigeration systems, control systems).
- Works with other staff as required to perform maintenance; update programs (e.g., fire, safety); repair/replace systems (e.g., methane, carbon monoxide); and maintain building elements (e.g., caulking, roofing, doors, windows, screens, rain gutters, down spouts, hardware, locks, minor carpentry, louvers).
- Has contact with building inspectors, TSSA inspectors, and contractors regarding equipment repairs/replacement work. Contacts vendors and suppliers for technical support and information.
- Inventories and identifies plumbing and HVAC systems, equipment, and fixtures. Secures and maintains tools, equipment, and computers/devices required in safe working condition. Reports need to repair or replace Region-owned tools or equipment to supervisor. Has a p-card and purchases materials.
- Backs up other facilities maintenance staff, as required.
- Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

- Must have Journeyperson status as a Plumber (306A), plus a Gas Technician II certificate, plus 3 years of institutional, commercial, and/or residential experience in building maintenance and construction as a journeyperson plumber and gas technician II.
- Must have Backflow Tester & Installer Certificate through Canadian Wastewater Association (or attain within 6 months of employment).
- Knowledge of and ability to comply with corporate policies, procedures, and standards; industry standards (e.g., American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning Engineers); municipal by-laws; local utilities standards; TSSA requirements; LEED standards; and legislation and codes (e.g., fire, building, electrical, gas, plumbing, health and safety). Ability to remain current and update status with trade/certification requirements.
- Ability to keep knowledge and skills current as it relates to new buildings, materials, systems, and technologies.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with limited direction. Ability to determine work required and manage projects from concept to completion.
- Communication and human relations skills to interact, communicate, and exchange technical information with co-workers, contractors, clients, and tenants, and participate as an effective team member.
- Computer skills with ability to use software such as Microsoft Office, a work order management system, and building automation systems.
- Must have a valid G driver’s license (or G2 with 3 years of driving experience) and acceptable driving record to operate corporate vehicles.
- Must provide an acceptable security background check to meet requirements for working unaccompanied in police facilities.
- Must provide an acceptable criminal and judicial matters police check (level 2) for bondability and periodically working in children’s centres and long term care facilities.
- Ability to participate in a regular standby/on-call rotation to respond to emergencies, call-outs, equipment failures, and breakdowns. Ability to work staggered hours, statutory holidays, weekends

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