The Durham Catholic District School Board is located just east of Toronto and is renowned for providing comprehensive Catholic education to over 25,000 students in 38 elementary schools, 7 secondary schools, and 7 continuing and alternative education centers throughout Durham Region.

The Durham Catholic District School Board invites applications from qualified candidates interested in the following position:

POSITION: Plumber

LOCATION: Operations, Maintenance, and Administrative Centre (OMAC), 383 Chaleur Avenue, Oshawa, ON L1J 1G5

HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

SALARY: Band 9 ($38.72 per hour effective September 1, 2025)

START DATE: As soon as possible.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for installation, operational and preventive maintenance of the plumbing, heating and mechanical systems in all Board buildings. The incumbent is directly accountable to the Senior Manager, Operations and Maintenance Services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs the daily maintenance and repair of plumbing, heating, water, fire and associated services, sanitary fixtures, fittings and equipment.

• Installs plumbing pipework fixtures and fittings in accordance with good engineering practices and current applicable plumbing codes.

• Conducts preventive maintenance so as to ensure maximum economy of operation, prevent unnecessary breakdown of equipment and isolate potential problems.

• Performs maintenance of boiler systems and ensures chemicals are at proper levels.

• Performs upgrades on boilers and heating systems.

• Performs other related duties as instructed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Secondary School Diploma.

• Must be licensed plumber and/or steamfitter and gas technician # 1 (7 years).

Experience

• Three (3) years or more related experience is essential.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.

• Must have a good knowledge and understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.

• Basic understanding of interface between plumbing and HVAC equipment including general system operating principles.

• Clean driver’s abstract and valid driver’s license.

• Criminal background check suitable to the Board is a condition of employment.

At DCDSB, fostering a culture of inclusion is a fundamental imperative. Acknowledging the diversity of our students, staff and community and ensuring every member of our inclusive community is a valued contributor is a foundational pillar to our mission. The DCDSB invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, and candidates who self-identify as a member of a racialized/marginalized community, who may enhance equity and representation in our workforce.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), if you require accommodation at any time throughout the application process, please contact Human Resource Services at hr@dcdsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that accommodations can be made.