Job Description

Journeyperson Plumber, Operations and Maintenance

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The University of Saskatchewan

is one of the top research-intensive universities in Canada. Guided by our University Plan: The University the World Needs, we work together across disciplines and with our communities to find creative solutions to the most pressing global challenges. The main campus also houses our campus partners such as the Royal University Hospital, Jim Pattison Children's Hospital, National Research Council, and others. The total building area is 8.1 million square feet (754,000 square meters) across 766 hectares of land.

The Facilities

team is comprised of over 300 trades personnel and service workers that provide trusted services and stewardship in support of teaching, learning, and discovery. This team is responsible for operations, maintenance, service, utilities distribution, and customer support. The Facilities Team Charter describes the purpose, vision, and values that in turn support the campus community.

Primary Purpose:

To provide expert service, maintenance, and repair of campus plumbing systems and related mechanical systems, with a strong focus on preventive and predictive maintenance. This role plays a critical part in ensuring reliable building operations while contributing positively to a collaborative, accountable, and safety-conscious team culture.

Nature of Work:

Reporting to an Assistant Manager, Facilities, this position works in a multi-trade environment across a large and diverse campus. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions and involves moderate to heavy physical labor. The role requires independent work as well as collaboration with other trades, clients, and contractors, often in high-pressure situations and under changing priorities. Physical demands include lifting heavy objects, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces, crawlspaces, elevated platforms, and construction zones, sometimes under hot, humid, noisy, or low-visibility conditions. Workers may encounter hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead, silica, biohazards, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection requiring a clean-shaven face, will be provided and must be worn when required.



This position participates in a rotational on-call schedule and may have shift changes based on operational needs.

Typical Duties/Accountabilities:

Is accountable to the Facilities Team Charter and is aligned with the purpose, vision, and values, and holds themselves and each other accountable to it. Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, modify, and install a wide range of plumbing systems and devices, including but not limited to domestic, commercial, and industrial water supply systems, wastewater disposal and venting systems, backflow prevention systems, natural and laboratory gas lines and equipment, compressed air systems, gas-fired appliances, and other plumbing and related systems. Perform work in accordance with all applicable codes, regulations, and University of Saskatchewan standards. Contribute to a long-term strategy of reliability-centred maintenance by identifying trends, recurring issues, and proactive solutions. Work collaboratively with other trades and staff to carry out preventive and predictive maintenance activities. Provide input and recommendations for equipment upgrades, system improvements, and procedural innovations. Read and interpret construction drawings, schematics, and specifications (digital and paper) to determine work scope and plan/estimate work. Assist with planning and execution of shop and field work to ensure clean, safe, and efficient maintenance and installations. Communicate clearly with team members and campus community to coordinate tasks, for the procurement of materials, and to deliver excellent customer service. Support workplace safety initiatives and continuously seek to improve work practices and performance. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

Valid Red Seal Journeyperson Certificate in Plumbing, as recognized by the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission. Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience as a Journeyperson Plumber working in industrial, commercial, or institutional plumbing maintenance and construction settings. Must hold and maintain a valid Cross Connection Control Certification. Must hold and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. A Domestic Gasfitter License or General Gas Fitter License along with experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing gas fired equipment is considered an asset.

Skills:

Strong and proactive troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and digital plans. Competency with computers and typical applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, email), and ability to learn and use maintenance-related software systems and technology. Proficiency with hand and power tools relevant to the plumbing trade. Committed to a respectful, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment. Demonstrates initiative, integrity, and a results-oriented mindset. An effective communicator who listens well, speaks clearly, and follows through on commitments. Reliable, self-motivated, and supportive of colleagues in achieving shared goals. Capable of performing physically demanding tasks including lifting, carrying, climbing, kneeling, and prolonged standing. Adheres to safety protocols and regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment and respiratory protection as required.

Department:

Operations and Maintenance

Status:

Permanent

Employment Group:

CUPE 1975

Shift:

8:00-4:30

Full Time Equivalent (FTE):

1

Salary:

The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $28.72 - 44.39 per hour. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Salary Family (if applicable):

Trade Services

Salary Phase/Band:

Phase 1

Posted Date:

5/22/2025

Closing Date:

6/4/2025 at 6:00 pm CST

Number of Openings:

2

Work Location:

On Campus



The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at:

https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php

Criminal Record Check:

Yes

Driver's License and Abstract Check:

Yes

Education/Credential Verification:

Yes



The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the

deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy

and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Metis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Metis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.