Plumbing Specialist
2 months ago
The Plumbing Specialist will be responsible for performing a wide range of tasks related to the installation, repair, and maintenance of all University plumbing systems and fixtures, including gas-fired equipment.
Key Responsibilities- Reports to the Manager, Facilities Operations, and works under the direction of the leadhand.
- Contributes to the effective use of the Quality Control System.
- Performs all duties related to a Plumbing Journey Person, including new installations and renovations.
- Repairs, installs, and maintains gas-fired equipment and hot water heating systems within the scope of the incumbent's certification.
- Assists in establishing preventative maintenance schedules.
- Performs pipefitting and accesses, monitors, and controls the Building Automation System when required.
- Installs, repairs, and maintains plumbing systems and fixtures, including urinals, washbasins, grease traps, water softeners, deionizers, etc.
- Tests and maintains records for water systems.
- Prepares estimates for work orders.
- Requests, orders, or picks up required materials from suppliers to complete the job.
- Performs soldering and welding (arc or oxy-acetylene) as required.
- Works with sketches and blueprints.
- Performs other related duties.
- In emergencies, performs minor duties of other trades where certification is not required and the work does not exceed own limitations.
- Understands and complies with all Departmental Policies and Procedures.
- Prepares any reports required for control, audit, or reporting purposes.
- Flexibility in hours of work may be required to work evenings and/or weekends to accommodate work volume. Adequate notice will be provided.
- May be required to be on call as necessary.
- Must possess a valid Certificate of Apprenticeship, Plumber.
- Must possess a valid Department of Labour Certificate of Qualification - Plumber.
- Must possess a Gas Technician II Certificate.
- Must be trained and certified in Cross Connection Control.
- Currently working in the trade.
- Demonstrated experience as a plumber/gas technician.
- Experience in building maintenance related to the trade.
- Computer literacy, e.g., use of control systems, University computer system, e-mail, etc.
- Ability to read and work from blueprints and sketches.
- Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
- Must possess a valid Class - G Ontario Driver's license.
- Team work - ability to work in a team environment with a minimum of supervision. Shares information with team members. Is collaborative in dealing with customers and fellow employees.
- Customer focused - responds promptly to customer needs. Uses customer information to improve service. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers.
- Receptive to change - can adapt to changing circumstances. Makes suggestions for improvement. Is proactive in ensuring job knowledge is current.
- Respects diversity - treats others with respect. Is understanding of others. Avoids unnecessary conflict.
- Managing self - exhibits a strong sense of own capabilities. Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and ethical conduct. Accepts ownership and accountability for own actions. Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning.
- Ability to communicate effectively with leadhand, co-workers, and customers.
- Physical effort: Carrying supplies, bending pipes. Reaching, bending, stretching, climbing, and heavy lifting.
- Physical environment: Varying temperatures, noise, exposure to fumes, chemicals, and solvents, dirty water including sewage waste products, and possibly infectious or toxic environment. Working in cramped quarters.
- Sensory attention: Following required codes. Reading blueprints. Attention to detail when pipefitting to avoid leaks or explosions. Operating specialized equipment.
- Mental stress: Moderate. On call in.
Rate of Pay: $36.63 per hour
Hours of Work: This is a full-time, continuing position. The normal hours of work will be Friday to Sunday, 4:00 am to 4:00 pm.
All Laurier employees and students are required to comply with the University's Covid-19 mandatory vaccination policy. Prior to attending Laurier's campuses in-person, you must provide proof of your vaccination status. If you are not fully vaccinated and do not have an approved exemption based on medical/disability or religious beliefs/creed grounds, you will be expected to receive your second dose of the vaccine by no later than October 8, 2021. Prior to becoming fully vaccinated, you will be required to participate in and comply with the University's rapid testing program and follow all recommended additional health and safety protocols. Details about the mandatory vaccination requirements can be found on the University's website.
Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.
Equity, diversity, and creating a culture of inclusion are part of Laurier's core values and central to the Laurier Strategy. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any minority sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Candidates from other equity-deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programming at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity & Accessibility. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources. Contact information can be found at the University's website.
Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit the University's website for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a resume and cover letter will be required in electronic form.
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