Plumber

Mount Royal University’s Facilities Management department is responsible for the planning, development, construction, design, operation, maintenance, safety, security and stewardship of all the buildings, infrastructure, sites and services within Mount Royal's campus community. Through efficient and environmentally sustainable operation, we offer grounds, custodial, building operations, facilities planning, security services and engineering professional services to provide a physical environment that supports and enhances our academic space for students and staff. Our team of professionals are dedicated to providing customer service excellence. Our staff respond to daily service requests and emergency/ priority situations as needed.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Mechanical, the Plumber performs work essential to the ongoing operation and maintenance of the University’s base building Plumbing systems. Work is performed under minimal supervision.

This position is a part of the MRSA Collective Bargaining Unit. The normal shift is 7.5 hours per day, five days per week, usually Monday to Friday, however, transfer to other shifts, with notice, is a possibility. Overtime may be required, and the incumbent might be expected to be on Standby. Callouts to the campus can be expected during emergencies.

The Plumber functions within applicable legislation, regulations, policies, guidelines, and standards.

• Completes plumbing system and equipment requests as assigned by the Supervisor;
• Responds to urgent issues, assesses and repairs base building plumbing systems;
• Responsible for troubleshooting plumbing systems and all related equipment including plumbing fixtures, domestic water, sanitary waste, rain water drainage, and other plumbing systems such as backflow prevention, fire suppression, gas distribution, interceptors, pool equipment, and fountain piping and devices;
• Troubleshoots the operation and functionality of plumbing systems and equipment and performs maintenance in accordance with industry best practices, guidelines and standards;
• Installs new plumbing equipment when required;
• Replaces deteriorated or obsolete plumbing equipment and repairs equipment having residual life with new parts as required;
• Reads and interprets drawings, specifications, circuit diagrams and code regulations;
• Notifies the Supervisor of unusual equipment conditions and recommends corrective actions;
• Provides related services associated with University events as required;
• Displays initiative, judgement, and personal direction when carrying out responsibilities as work is performed under minimal supervision;
• Must be able to coordinate work with other trades as necessary, prioritize and respond to work orders appropriately, anticipate potential issues, and provide solutions within established standards and procedures to avoid problems and delays in relation to services provided.

• Performs preventative maintenance inspections and repairs as per assigned schedules;
• Assists with Code on-site inspections and correcting deficiencies;
• Supports leadership and colleagues in determining preventative maintenance schedules and procedures as per manufacturer's recommendations, industry best practices, guidelines and standards.

• Under direction of the Supervisor, supports the project management department in scoping plumbing related system work for potential projects and future capital planning upgrades;
• Investigates the impact and necessary procedures to safely shut-down/start-up plumbing systems for the project management department, contractors and/or co-workers;
• Performs data collection on plumbing systems and equipment to support asset management;
• Supports maintaining single line diagrams, master drawings, legend and schedules;
• Participates in the effective use of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (Archibus) in completing work requests and preventative maintenance assigned work.

Other related duties as assigned.

• Plumber - Certified Journeyperson and/or a Red Seal Endorsement issued in Alberta;
• Gasfitter - Class B Journeyperson Certificate;
• Cross Connection Control Specialist Certificate with a current American Water Works Association (AWWA) Backflow Tester’s Certificate from Western Canada Section (WCS) AWWA;
• A Gasfitter - Class A Journeyperson Certificate would be an asset;
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience is required;
• Demonstrated experience in commercial, industrial and institutional plumbing applications;
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with base building plumbing system practices, techniques, tools, test equipment, and safety procedures;
• Knowledge in the installation, maintenance, and operation of the following systems: plumbing fixtures, piping, valves, backflow preventers, pumps, fire suppression systems, inspection and testing, drains and sediment trap services;
• Building codes, regulations and standards related to plumbing systems;
• Relevant information and tracking systems and business productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, internet, tablets, mobile phones);
• Provide customer service according to university and departmental standards and expectations by pleasantly and respectfully interacting with co-workers, supervisors, contractors, consultants, suppliers, students and other members of the University community and evaluating customer satisfaction;
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematic diagrams, shop drawings, specifications, and maintenance manuals is required;
• Plan, prioritize, and coordinate multiple activities under time pressures;
• Demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, flexibility, creativity, and attention to detail and accuracy;
• Demonstrate commitment to confidentiality, tact, diplomacy, client service, and continuous improvement.

Salary:                $65,500.00 - 82,916.00 per annum

Closing Date:     Open until a suitable candidate is found

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Requisition Number], [Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith, 999999, CV.pdf).