Plumber & Steamfitter

Plumber & Steamfitter


Company
Alberta Health Services
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$30K–$60K a year
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
Reporting to the Manager, Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, the Plumber / Steamfitter performs a full range of Journeyperson level Plumber and Steamfitter duties utilizing considerable initiative and judgement in accordance with blueprints, diagrams, building codes (for plumbing steam fitting and gas / medical gas), provincial trade regulations and department policy. The incumbent monitors, tests, troubleshoots and documents the performance of high/ low pressure steam, hot water heating, associated plumbing distribution systems and equipment. In addition, the incumbent will complete preventative maintenance duties on assigned equipment along with testing and servicing existing equipment to ensure safety codes are met. Will assist trades and other maintenance staff as required and performs other duties as assigned. May be required to rotate on-call responsibilities at the discretion of the Manager.This position may be required to work at other hospital sites for a longer duration within the Edmonton Zone (including rural). These sites include Alberta Hospital Edmonton, Sturgeon Community Hospital, Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital, Strathcona Community Hospital / CASA, Northeast Community Health Centre, Leduc Community Hospital, Devon General Hospital, Westview Health Centre, Henwood Treatment Centre, Food Service Centre and Central Production North.

Description:

As a Plumber/Steamfitter plans, you will perform a range of journeyperson level duties associated with the installation and plumbing services and piping systems, fixtures, equipment and controls used to transport water, waste, gas, air, and steam.You will be responsible for monitoring, testing, trouble shooting, documenting and analyzing performance of high and low pressure steam, hot water heating, associated distribution and control systems and equipment , plumbing, medical gas, domestic hot & cold water, tempered water, glycol, chilled water, natural gas, storm and sanitary sewer. In addition, you will prepare feasibility and cost estimates and reports and request or order supplies.
β€’ Transition Company: Health Shared Services
β€’ Union: AUPE GSS
β€’ Unit and Program: Facilities Maintenance & Engineering
β€’ Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
β€’ Multi-Site: Not Applicable
β€’ FTE: 1.00
β€’ Posting End Date: 06-MAY-2026
β€’ Employee Class: Regular Full Time
β€’ Date Available: 16-MAY-2026
β€’ Length of Shift in weeks: 2
β€’ Shifts per cycle: 10
β€’ Days Off: As Per Rotation
β€’ Minimum Salary: $46.94
β€’ Maximum Salary: $50.67
β€’ Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided
β€’ Classification: Plumber/Steamfitter
β€’ Location Details: As Per Location
β€’ Hours per Shift: 7.75
β€’ Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Journeyperson Plumber and Journeyperson Steamfitter-Pipefitter certificates from Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Valid Alberta Journeyperson Plumber and Journeyperson Steamfitter-Pipefitter certificates recognized by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training. Grade 12 or equivalent, supplemented by related technical courses. Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence.Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair as necessary. Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.Must have the ability to comprehend and utilize a computerized maintenance system. Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

Five years previous related Plumbing and Steamfitter experience in an industrial or institutional setting with a maintenance background is preferred. Preference will be given to those that possess a Gasfitter Ticket.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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