Reporting to the Manager, Operations & Maintenance, the Plumber will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems across all campuses. This includes secondary water services, sanitary sewers, compressed gases, and heating and cooling water piping systems.
This role plays a key part in ensuring the safety and functionality of campus infrastructure and requires a proactive approach to health and safety in compliance with relevant health and safety legislation and Conestoga safety policies.
The successful candidates will be required to conduct work on-site five days per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required.
This role is available at the Doon campus located at 299 Doon Valley Dr. in Kitchener and Conestoga's Skilled Trades campus located at 25 Reuter Dr. in Cambridge. Please indicate your preferred location when applying. Travel is required to support other Conestoga campus locations.
Responsibilities:
Install, maintain and repair all plumbing systems and related equipment
Inspect and diagnose leaks, cracks, and seals to ensure safe and sanitary system operation
Replace worn or defective parts, flush plumbing lines and service fixtures and equipment
Install new plumbing systems and restore aging infrastructure in compliance with the Ontario Building Code and municipal regulations
Assess and repair stormwater and sanitary systems
Maintain sewage piping, pumps, fixtures, and high-pressure water systems, including 12-inch piping uncommon in many industry settings
Conduct chemical testing of water softeners and boiler systems
Install and maintain water filtration systems, including alkaline treatment units, and identify and resolve related water quality issues
Maintain natural gas service
Install and repair air lines, compressors, regulators, boilers and related piping
Service Nortec humidifiers, commercial water softeners, domestic hot water systems, on-demand systems, and heating and chilled water pumps
Troubleshoot heating and cooling system drainage issues, remove air from lines, and improve circulation and flow efficiencies
Provide guidance to Construction Services and skilled trades teams on plumbing systems and evolving code requirements
Identify and report health and safety hazards during routine inspections, including potential for exposure to biowaste products
Communicate college procedures to contractors and coordinate plumbing-related activities
Assess mechanical service requests related to academic programming and recommend appropriate solutions
Use specialized video inspection equipment (e.g., camera and line locator) to identify locations for stormwater, sanitary, portable water, and electrical services
Coordinate and support contractors during plumbing system shutdowns to facilitate inspections and preventative maintenance
Maintain accurate as-built plumbing drawings and documentation
Record test results and audit findings in accordance with building codes, municipal requirements and TSSA standards
Update records for backflow devices, pressure relief valve replacements and inventory
Review construction drawings and provide recommendations on plumbing system design and integration
Qualifications:
Certificate of qualification as a Plumber (306A) is required
Gas Technician 2 (G.2) certification is required; Gas Technician 1 (G.1) certification is considered an asset
Current backflow prevention tester certification is required
Minimum eight years of practical experience in industrial and commercial applications after attaining a certificate of qualification is required
Thorough knowledge of current plumbing codes and applied standards, as well as heating and boiler systems
Basic welding and sprinkler system knowledge
Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve complex mechanical plumbing system issues
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service and putting the needs of the client first
A valid G driver's licence in good standing is required
Demonstrates flexibility in supporting after-hours emergency needs as situations arise
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $42.56 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Store discount
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-07-08
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