Trades II - Plumber

Job summary

The incumbent performs skilled plumbing work including the maintenance, repair, and installation of plumbing systems across various city facilities. They are responsible for using innovative techniques to improve quality and efficiency while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Job details

Requisition ID: 47177 Organization Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC’s Top Employers and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents. With a strong commitment to being a City of Reconciliation, we invite you to join our dedicated team and become part of an innovative, inclusive, and engaging workplace. A career with the City of Vancouver and within the broader public service, offers meaningful work where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and supporting the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication. Main Purpose & Function This position involves skilled plumbing work at a journeyman level which includes maintenance, repair, alteration and installation of plumbing equipment and systems in major recreational facilities, buildings, structures, marinas, concessions, golf course facilities and sewage lift stations. Specific Duties & Responsibilities The successful candidate must be able to effectively take direction and work with minimal supervision on a variety of equipment and systems including, but not limited to domestic water, sanitary, gas, fire protection, heating, brine and water cooled condensers, water parks, decorative and drinking fountains, indoor and outdoor pool circulation and interior and site drainage services. The incumbent must be able to use innovative techniques, best practices and materials to improve quality and workmanship, reduce costs, improve productivity and recommend ways to aggressively conserve water, minimize life cycle costs and provide estimates of work. This position performs other related work as required. Qualifications Education and Experience: Completion of Grade Twelve preferably supplemented by technical courses related to the work. Completion and certification of a recognized apprenticeship in the plumbing trade, and a red seal trade qualification certificate. Minimum of 5 years journeyman experience is preferred. A current Class A or B Gas Fitter Certificate issued by the Province of British Columbia is required. Cross Connection Certification is an asset. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In addition to the knowledge, skills and abilities implied above, the incumbent will possess considerable knowledge of the standard methods, best practices, regulatory requirements (WCB, WHIMS, BC Plumbing Code as amended by the City of Vancouver), drawings, specifications, materials, tools and equipment used in the maintenance, installation and construction of plumbing components and systems and sound knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal directions. Drivers License and Record Checks Candidates must attach the following records and satisfy the City’s driving requirements to be considered for this role: Copy of your five-year ICBC Commercial Driver’s Abstract (N Print) directly from ICBC dated within 14 days of this posting Copy of your five-year ICBC Driver’s Claims History directly from ICBC within 14 days of this posting If you have less than five years driving experience in BC, a request must be made for out of province/country abstract and claims history Business Unit/Department: RealEstate Env & Fac Mgmt (1100) Affiliation: CUPE 1004 Pks Employment Type: Regular Full Time Position Start Date: November, 2026 Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-375: $48.61 per hour Application Close: September 27, 2026 At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion. The City of Vancouver acknowledges that it is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).More about unceded traditional territories Before you click Apply now Once you start your application you can save your work and leave the applications page, however please remember to submit your profile to the specific job requisition before the posting closing date. In addition to uploading your cover letter and resume, part of the application process may include answering application questions related to the preferred requirements of the role which may take approx. 5-10 minutes. Cover letters should express interest and highlight additional information relevant to the position and resumes should include a summary of skills and experience related to the position.

What you’ll do

The incumbent performs skilled plumbing work including the maintenance, repair, and installation of plumbing systems across various city facilities. They are responsible for using innovative techniques to improve quality and efficiency while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Red Seal trade qualification certificate and a current Class A or B Gas Fitter Certificate issued by the Province of British Columbia. A minimum of 5 years of journeyman experience is preferred, along with a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Listed skills

• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Plumbing
• Maintenance
• Repair
• Installation
• Gas fitting
• Fire protection systems
• Heating systems
• Water circulation systems
• Drainage services
• Blueprints reading
• Technical estimation
• Regulatory compliance
• Safety protocols
• Communication skills
• Fire Protection
• Commercial Driving
• Urban Sustainability
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Valid Driver's License
• Reconciliation
• Construction
• Communication
• Water Cooling
• Disabilities
• Governance
• Innovation
• Plumbing Codes
• Regulatory Requirements
• Sewage

Job areas

• Trades
• Government & Public Sector
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Plumber
• Plumbers and Pipe Fitters
• Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters