Craftsperson I

Craftsperson I – Certified Plumber

This position is being posted due to a vacancy

Board Office -Facility Services

40.00 Hours/Week – 12 Months/Year

Effective date: Immediately

Hourly Rate of Pay: $35.16 Plus a competitive benefit package

AbouttheLimestoneDistrictSchoolBoard

The Limestone District School Board (LDSB) is situated on the traditional territories of the Anishinaabek and Haudenosaunee. We acknowledge their enduring presence on this land, as well as the presence of Métis, Inuit, and other First Nations from across Turtle Island. We honour their cultures and celebrate their commitment to this land.

The LDSB is the region's only fully inclusive school board. Limestone schools serve more than 20,500 students in 55 schools and five alternative education centres covering a geographic area of 7,719 square kilometres across the City of Kingston, the Townships of Central Frontenac, North Frontenac, South Frontenac, Addington Highlands, Loyalist, Stone Mills, the Frontenac Islands and the Town of Greater Napanee.

Aboutthisposition

Under the direction of the Plant Mechanical Supervisor, the Plumber is responsible for the daily maintenance and repair of plumbing equipment associated with domestic water supply, waste systems, and some hot water heating systems, and the installation of new plumbing systems as required.

Dutiesandresponsibilities

• Repairs and maintains all plumbing fixtures and feeder lines along with associated waste systems.
• Installs plumbing pipework, fixtures, and fittings for alterations and new construction in accordance with good engineering practices and current applicable plumbing and building codes.
• Monitors and inspect contracted plumbing installations, as required.
• Facilitate a preventative maintenance routine for major plumbing equipment-circulating pumps, motors, sewage system, sump pumps, etc. - to minimize system downtime.
• Responds to emergency callouts, when necessary and available.
• Works with another Plant Craftsperson as required.
• Work in a healthy, safe, and responsible manner.
• Ensure that materials and equipment are used in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.
• Ensure understanding and follow all manuals, instructions and directives that are issued. Perform all duties and responsibilities of this position as assigned while remaining compliant with applicable building, construction, trade and safety codes, standards, regulations, and legislation.
• Participate in training, courses, and professional development, as required.
• Perform other related duties consistent with the level of responsibility of the position assigned.

Qualifications,knowledge,andexperience

• Must possess a valid Certificate of Qualification under the Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act as a Journeyman Tradesperson in Plumbing plus an additional two years of on-the-job experience.
• Completion of recognized apprenticeship program and provincial certification Master Plumber designation for the City of Kingston orthe ability to obtain the Master's certification within 3 months of employment.
• Well Certification (preferred)
• Valid Ontario's Driver's License.

Commitmenttodiversityandinclusion

Across LDSB, we are committed to removing systemic barriers not only in recruitment but in retention and promotion as well so that you can see yourself in Limestone. The LDSB is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring practices that will move us forward in hiring staff who reflect the full diversity and lived experiences within the communities we serve.

We invite and welcome you, through your application/resume to self-identify as someone who has lived experiences, and who can bring valuable, diverse knowledge and perspective to our district and the students and communities we serve.

Accommodation will be provided to applicants to enable equitable participation in the recruitment process. Applicants can request accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.

Applicants who are transgender may provide records in a different name than their current legal name or name of common usage. This will not prejudice prospective applicants in any way, and such information will remain confidential.

The Kingston area community promotes and supports the diversity that continues to grow within our communities. For more information about Kingston and/or the LDSB, including equitable recruitment, retention and promotion practices, please visit

Howtoapply

Interested applicants are invited to submit an application package that includes a cover letter, resume, and proof of qualifications. Please ensure you clearly outline how your skills, experience, and education relate to the position.

Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 and must be submitted through

Our Intention: To make a positive difference in the lives of every student, in every classroom, in every school.