Plumber/ Gasfitter

About Toronto Metropolitan

At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is on a transformative path to become Canada's leading comprehensive innovation university. Integral to this path is the placement of equity, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our institutional culture. Our current academic plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and  2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada.

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The team
Toronto Metropolitan University's Facilities Management and Development (FMD) department involves care of the physical environment of the campus and strategic planning for existing and future spaces, including the impacts of those spaces. FMD is responsible for functions including Environmental Health and Safety, Facilities Services, Maintenance and Operations, Planning and Development, Project Management Office, Real Estate, and Sustainability.

The Opportunity

Are you a plumber journeyperson who is looking for a rewarding and stable career in the trades with a defined schedule and commute? At TMU you get to enjoy the weekends and also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, pension and tuition waiver benefit for you and your direct dependents. Do you take pride in your work? How about joining a leading University and contributing to providing a safe and functional space for our students, staff and faculty? We look forward to your application.

The Plumber undertakes regular inspections, preventive and corrective maintenance, modifications, repairs and adjustments to piping and components of water, gas, air and vacuum services including waste and drain services in washrooms, laboratories and mechanical plant spaces. They complete plumbing service requests from campus clients.

Here are some things you can expect to do in your role:

• Lays out, assembles, installs and repairs pipes, fixtures and fittings used for water distribution, waste disposal and gas distribution according to plumbing and gas codes.
• Installs and repairs piping valves and fittings made of metals such as iron, steel, lead or copper and non-metallic materials, such as plastics, glass or vitrified clay.
• Joins pipe sections using fittings, couplings, elbows, solder, lead, screws, bolts and clamps; secures pipes in position using brackets and hangers.
• Installs domestic plumbing fixtures such as water closets, wash basins and baths, industrial plumbing fixtures, kitchen equipment and photographic processing equipment.
• Maintains and repairs installed plumbing systems by tracing and rectifying defects, replacing broken pipes and fixtures, soldering and caulking leaks, clearing plugged waste pipes and traps and thawing frozen lines.
• Undertakes a comprehensive preventive maintenance program and ensures that proper maintenance cycles are maintained and data given to the Supervisor.
• Under the direction from the Supervisor, Maintenance and Operations undertakes preventive maintenance and replacement of components such as valves, strainers, traps, of installed piping systems involving hot water heating and low pressure steam, chilled water, etc., forming part of the physical plant distribution system.
• Undertakes modification, replacement and major repair of piping and components such as valves, traps, strainers etc., in the boiler plant, chiller plant, fan and mechanical rooms etc. under the direction of the Supervisor, Maintenance and Operations.
• Completes bills of material, estimates, sketches and other documentation as required.
• Ensures good client relationship with prompt responses.
• Cooperates with other trades to ensure that assignments are completed in the most efficient manner.
• Has a working knowledge of the Ontario Gas and Plumbing Codes and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and follows safe work practices while undertaking duties.
• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of sprinkler and fire lines.
• Undertakes modification, replacement and repair of pneumatic piping.
• Repairs and maintains air compressor piping, pressure reducing valves and fittings associated with them.
   

Qualifications
To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Successful completion off current Ontario licenses for Journeyman Plumber and Gasfitter.
• A minimum of 3 years work experience as a licensed Journeyman Plumber and Gasfitter in the maintenance of building plumbing and heating systems, preferably in an industrial, commercial or institutional facility.
• Experience reading and interpreting specifications, drawings, blueprints, and diagrams, for building plumbing services.
• Working knowledge of the Ontario Plumbing and Gas Codes. 
• Working knowledge of WHMIS and OH&S Act.  

Additional Information

Notes:

• Candidates may be asked to demonstrate qualifications through occupational testing and an interview conducted by a panel of at least three (3) management representatives.
• Candidates must have a demonstrated record of dependability/reliability & a commitment to maintain confidentiality.
• A review of the employee's official personnel file, job performance and reference checks may be conducted. 
• Qualified CUPE 233 employees will be considered before members of other employee groups
• Must be flexible to work shifts, overtime as needed

Plumber Employees Only:
If you are within the Plumber classification and wish to be considered for a shift change, please apply with your resume.
The vacant shift and resulting vacant shifts will be awarded to the internal applicant(s) with the most seniority with the required ability and qualifications. Only employees who have applied to this posting will be considered for any resulting vacant shifts. The final remaining vacant shift will be posted "externally" in accordance with Article 12.14: Resulting Vacancies.

All other CUPE 233 Employees:
If you are a CUPE 233 Employee who is not within the Caretaker classification, and who wishes to be considered for this position, on this shift or any resulting vacant shifts, please apply with your resume and cover letter.
You will be asked to demonstrate qualifications through occupational testing and an interview, in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

• We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.  
• Applications will only be accepted online through Toronto Metropolitan University's career site.
  Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community.  We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process.   If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit a general inquiry in the askHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.