Plumber/Gas-fitter

Position Description:

There is a position available for a Plumber/Gas-fitter at Facilities. All Applications must be completed online and will be accepted on an ongonig basis until the position is filled.

Reporting to the Service Manager, this position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of plumbing, heating, and sprinkler systems in School District facilities. Oversees the work of assigned helpers.

Hours of work: (8) hrs. per day, five (5) days per week

Duties to Commence: As soon as possible after closing

Work Year Base: Twelve (12) months per year

Commencing Salary: $38.13/hr.

Duties:

• Repairs, replaces, tests, installs, and maintains plumbing, HVAC, heating, sprinklers, fans, motors, school water systems and other similar equipment in School District facilities by:

Following work orders assigned by the Operations Manager.

Responding to emergency telephone calls on plumbing, heating, cooling and water system problems.

• Organizes work day under the direction of the Operations Manager by location, priority, and work site availability.
• Informs the Supervisor(s) and/or site Administrative Officer(s) of vandalized equipment or property.
• Monitors and replenishes plumbing and heating supplies as needed.
• Follows proper safety rules and standards by ensuring the worksite is safe and secure, that equipment and vehicles are operated according to set standards.
• Ensures the safe handling of hazardous materials (WHMIS) and the safe use and operation of equipment and hand tools.
• At the request of the Operations Manager, makes detailed sketches, estimates materials and labour required for proposed projects.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Inter-provincial Red Seal Certified Plumber or Gasfitter
• Gasfitter – Class B Certification
• 1 year experience in related trades
• Class 5 Driver’s licence
• Acceptable Driver’s abstract
• Ability to work independently and set priorities
• WHMIS Certificate and other online safety training provided by the District to be completed within the probationary period
• Other applicable safety training and/or certifications as provided by the District to be completed as needed
• Must be able to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search conducted by the District prior to starting employment
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to be an integral part of a team

PLEASE NOTE: Proof of graduation and/or highest level of education is required prior to starting position

For more information please contact:

Bahaa Chehab, Service Manager (250)785-1577 or via email at bchehab@prn.bc.ca

All applications must be made through Make A Future website for consideration for the position. If you require assistance with the online application process please contact Colleen Stewart at 250-262-6008 or hrcupe@prn.bc.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This job is classed under Gas fitters (NOC 72302) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Gas fitters install, inspect, repair and maintain gas lines and gas equipment such as meters, regulators and heating units in residential, commercial and industrial establishments. They are employed by gas utility companies and gas servicing companies. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

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