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Temporary, full-time, Plumber

Victoria, BC
On-site
Posted Sep 25, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 8, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Install, maintain, repair, and inspect water, sewer, gas, and related systems and fixtures across university buildings and grounds. Work on domestic and industrial piping, drainage, gas lines, laboratory systems, and specialty fixtures, including responding to urgent issues when required.

Job details

The Plumber performs journeyperson-level work in the installation, maintenance, repair, and inspection of water, sewer, gas, and related systems and fixtures throughout university buildings and grounds. This includes work on domestic and industrial piping, drainage systems, gas lines, laboratory systems, and specialty fixtures. The role requires skill in reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic campus environment. Must have completed apprenticeship and hold current Trades Qualification. Journeyman (M/F) level skills and demonstrated proficiency in performing plumbing trades tasks, in particular, natural gas installation. Good working knowledge of local plumbing codes and standards. Sufficient strength, stamina and coordination to perform a variety of routine heavy manual and machine operation tasks under all weather conditions. Valid B.C. driver's license required to drive a light truck in performance of above duties. Working Conditions: Work is performed in mechanical rooms, crawlspaces, roofs, laboratories, and both indoor and outdoor environments. Exposure to noise, heat, moisture, confined spaces, chemical residues, and sewage may occur. Regular lifting, climbing, and bending are required. PPE must be worn where appropriate. May be called upon to respond to urgent issues after hours or on weekends.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Must have completed an apprenticeship and hold a current Trades Qualification, with journeyperson-level plumbing skills and demonstrated proficiency, particularly in natural gas installation. Requires knowledge of local plumbing codes, the ability to interpret mechanical drawings, physical capacity for demanding work in varied conditions, and a valid B.C. driver's license.