Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World .

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

The Licensed Plumber is responsible for performing all or part of the following duties for the Centre for Research and Learning Tower (CRL) depending on the need of the job and as directed by the Facility Manager/Supervisor.

Shifts: working Monday to Friday, 8.00 am- 4.00 pm Although this posting indicates an initial area of assignment and shift, the Hospital reserves the right to assign to other areas of assignment and shifts as deemed necessary.

Here's What You'll Get To Do

• Utilization of all trade related tools, procedures and cutting openings for piping.
• Installation, repair and replacement of pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures
• Maintaining the heating, potable water, special water, medical gases, suction, medical air, compressed air and drainage systems of the hospital
• Inspection, adjustment and verify that equipment is operating to specifications and be assigned to our preventative maintenance program.

Here's What You'll Need

• Graduate from a recognized plumbing apprentice program or equivalent education and experience.
• Must hold a Certificate of Qualification.
• Five years institutional or industrial related experience preferably in a health care environment.
• Solid knowledge of Plumbing equipment.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated fluency, both verbal and written, in English.
• Good problem-solving abilities and flexibility.
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion.
• LEED/EBOM Certification and/or training considered an asset.
• Steamfitter/Pipefitter will be an asset.

Here's What You'll Love

• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

Employment type: Permanent Full-time SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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