Plumber / Steamfitter

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.
- The _Employment Equity Act_, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

**City**: Ottawa

**Organizational Unit**: Real Property Planning and Management

**Classification**: PSF

**Tenure**: Continuing

**Language Requirements**: English

**Work Arrangements**: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the at the NRC work location identified.

**Discover the possible**:
Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC). As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

**The Role**:
This position will appeal to someone who enjoys working in a multi-site team environment with constantly changing priorities and new challenges daily. The successful incumbent should be open to learning and able to contribute their own input and ideas to benefit the workplace.

The Plumber / Steamfitter must be very self-driven and comfortable working alone. You will be required to operate all shop equipment and tools related to the Plumbing / Steam fitting trade. Under the general supervision of the Site Operations Supervisor, the Plumber / Steamfitter is responsible for maintaining, installing, inspecting, troubleshooting, calibrating and repairing a wide range of plumbing, steam, heating and cooling systems, including specialized laboratory equipment. You must maintain all equipment to the required standards and be responsive to research needs and equipment failures. You will work as part of a team to support other trades on-site. Still, you will routinely perform work independently and maintain high accuracy and safety while performing your duties.

The Plumber / Steamfitter plays a crucial role in supporting the Research groups. He or she will work closely with each group to support maintenance/repairs and set-up of equipment to ensure operational efficiency. Maintenance activities are carried out as part of a regular preventative maintenance program as well as in response to emergency situations and malfunctions.

This position requires some knowledge of building automation systems and will require you to be on call for emergencies on a rotating schedule for both facilities in the Halifax area. The sites are 25km apart. A vehicle will be available for your use when travelling between the sites.

NRC is committed to providing a healthy work-life balance. We offer regular working hours (37.5 hours per week) with great benefits including sick leave, family-related leave, and 3 weeks' vacation.

**Screening Criteria**:
**Education**:
Secondary School Diploma according to provincial standards.

Licensed Steamfitter/Plumber 307A or 306A an equivalent inter-provincial Red Seal Journeymen’s Certificate of Qualification.

The following certifications or training might be considered as an asset:

- Red Seal
- WHMIS
- Working at Heights
- Confined Space
- Designated Substances Awareness First Aid LevelFor information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

**Experience**:

- Significant experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing plumbing, steam, condensate, heating and ventilation systems including thorough inspection of steam traps, pumps, pressure and safety relief and control valves in a plant, institute or industrial setting
- Basic experience providing estimate for the materials and repair work of pipe systems.
- Significant experience conducting daily facility walkthroughs for inspection and condition monitoring of equipment and all building systems
- Basic experience working with subcontractors and monitoring onsite vendors on equipment repairs as required.
- Experience maintaining all work areas, tools, and equipment.
- Significant knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the plumbing steam fitter trade
- Basic experience with a building management and preventative maintenance system.

The following might be considered as an asset:

- Industria