Plumber at Vancouver Coastal Health

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

42.59

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Plumbing, Steamfitting, Piping Systems, Blueprint Reading, Rigging, Low Pressure Steam Distribution, Medical Gas Systems, Sewage and Waste Disposal, Communication, Organization

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Notice NOW ACCEPTING LATE INTERNAL APPLICATIONS: Please note that the internal competition for this position is now closed, however we are still accepting late applications from qualified internal candidates. Should you choose to apply, your application will only be considered after on-time internal applicants have been considered. Description JOB SUMMARY:Within the Facility Maintenance and Operations Department and under general supervision, performs skilled work in the field of plumbing, steamfitting and piping systems according to standards/regulations. Repairs and maintains low pressure steam distribution and condensate systems, hot and chilled water piping systems and related equipment associated with the heating, glycol, heat recovery, air distribution and associated effluent, sewage and waste disposal, and medical gas, using tools and related equipment. Prepares appropriate rigging to move equipment.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training & ExperienceCertificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification Certificate as a journeyman Plumber. Class B level Gas Fitter's License with an electrical endorsement recognized by the Province of BC is an asset. Valid Certificate of Competency as a Cross Connection Control Specialist issued by the American Water Works Association, British Columbia Section is preferred and will be required within first 6 months of being hired. Two years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Certificate of Apprenticeship or Trades Qualification Certificate as a journeyman Steamfitter/Pipefitter may also be required depending on site specifications and will be noted in the posting.Skills & Abilities• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, drawings and specifications.• Ability to organize work. • Ability to deal with others effectively. • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. • Ability to operate related equipment. • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. Details At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2026.Unless otherwise noted on the posting, internal job postings close at 8:00 AM Pacific Time on the listed Closing Date. Please submit your digital application via the Internal Career Portal prior to the Closing Date & Time.Nursing & LPN successful applicants will be notified by email.We regret that only short listed candidates will be acknowledged.This is an internal job posting for Vancouver Coastal Health employees only.

Responsibilities

Performs skilled plumbing, steamfitting, and piping work to maintain facility systems including heating, glycol, and medical gas. Responsible for repairing low pressure steam distribution and managing effluent and waste disposal systems.