Maintenance Plumber, Temporary Full Time, Plant Operations & Maintenance, PTCC

Job summary

Maintain and monitor heating, water, gas, drainage, and HVAC systems to ensure proper operation through daily readings and preventive maintenance. Perform welding, brazing, and equipment lubrication while preparing technical reports and material estimates.

Job details

Job Code: 26983 Status: Temporary Full Time (up to 1 year) Location: Providence Transitional Care Centre Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical Wage: $38.44 - $40.45/hr Posting Period: September 5, 2026 - September 14, 2026 Position Purpose: To maintain all heating, water, gas, drainage, and air exchange systems (HVAC) in good order and perform other related duties as required. All work is to be carried out in accordance with hospital procedures, directives and policies, infection control/containment practices, building codes and bylaws, legislation, regulations and established trade standards, fire and safety practices, plans, specifications and manufacturer’s manuals. Skills And Qualifications Required Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the plumbing trade by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Steam Fitter Certification preferred Proven experience working with hot water, steam and air exchange systems (HVAC) Experience in a Maintenance Plumber role in a health care setting preferred Position Responsibilities Maintain & monitor heating, water, gas, drainage and air exchange systems to ensure proper operation by taking and recording daily reading of boilers, vacuum system, domestic hot water supply, and HVAC units Maintain & monitor rooftop chiller and automated chemical system to ensure is maintained at the designated levels Operate Emergency Generator with Electrician as required to ensure proper operation; lubricating and recording data related to emergency generator Check and lubricate all pumps, fans and motors in the heating and air exchange systems (HVAC) in accordance with the department preventive maintenance schedule or as required Check and lubricate sewage/storm water pumps Provide welding and brazing services as required Plans, prepares layouts, reports material and technical needs for own work assignments; submits for approval, estimates of materials, labour, feasibility of repairs or projects and purchase requests. Conducts, plans and participates in the development of hospital wide preventive maintenance programs, work schedules, and maintains records as directed Why Work At Providence Transitional Care Centre Specializing in Transitional care including restorative care, cognitive behavioural support, short-stay respite and convalescent care A centre striving for excellence in care, education and research Committed to people centred approach to care delivery Competitive salaries with exceptional full-time benefits Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) A fully renovated building with on-site cafeteria and parking Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality Employee and Family Assistance Program Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions Located near Lake Ontario, Queen’s and Downtown Kingston Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process. Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.

What you’ll do

Maintain and monitor heating, water, gas, drainage, and HVAC systems to ensure proper operation through daily readings and preventive maintenance. Perform welding, brazing, and equipment lubrication while preparing technical reports and material estimates.

Requirements

Requires completion of a recognized plumbing apprenticeship from the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. Experience with HVAC, steam, and hot water systems is required, with a preference for healthcare setting experience and Steam Fitter Certification.

Benefits

• Full-time benefits • Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) • On-site cafeteria • On-site parking • Corporate and unit/service specific orientation • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities

Listed skills

• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Plumbing
• HVAC Maintenance
• Steam Fitting
• Boiler Operation
• Welding
• Brazing
• Preventive Maintenance
• Water System Maintenance
• Gas System Maintenance
• Drainage Systems
• Air Exchange Systems
• Emergency Generator Operation

Job areas

• Trades
• Healthcare
• Engineering
• Construction
• Manufacturing