CC#24-03-68, Tradesperson- Plumber, Chignecto Family

Competition #: CC#24-03-68
Position: Tradesperson - Plumber
Union: CUPE
Family of Schools: Chignecto
Location(s):
Chignecto Family of Schools
Hours Per Day: 8.00
Hours Per Week: 40.00
School Hours:  
Assignment Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Days: Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri
 
Status: Regular Full-time
Percentage: 12 Months
Salary:  
Additional Info:  
 
Post Date: Monday December 16, 2024
Close Date: Thursday January 2, 2025 at 12:00:00PM
Anticipated Start Date: Monday January 27, 2025
End Date:  
 
 
Introduction The Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education invites applications from Permanent, Probationary and Temporary (Casual) employees currently with Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education as well as outside applicants for the following Licensed Journeyman Plumber. Position is based in Chignecto Family Office (Springhill).

The Licensed Journeyman Plumber shall support the Property Services initiatives in the Chignecto-Central Regional Centre for Education´s facilities and activities. Those tasks may vary from time to time and may include the following:
- Perform all work in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, test, and repair all plumbing systems within the CCRCE, as directed and assigned.
- Diagnose plumbing problems and identify any required materials and parts to complete assignments.
- Maintain appropriate documentation of work performed through use of approved work order system by the preparation of required reports and accurate records.
- Maintain knowledge of CCRCE policies and procedures and contribute to the implementation of Property Services policies and procedures and follow same.
- Occasionally assist or perform semi-skilled to skilled maintenance, repair and construction work in the basic trades such as carpentry, plumbing, mechanical systems, etc. as required.
- Perform preventative maintenance tasks on installed equipment and mechanical and electrical systems.
- Ensure that appropriate procedures are followed within the Electrical Code, National Building, and Fire Codes.
- Maintain required inventory needs as required.
- Instruct users in the proper application and care of any installed components.
- Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
- Observe and implement proper safety practices for a safe and secure workplace.
- Perform general clean-up of job site.
- Maintain assigned vehicle in an orderly fashion. Ensure regular operational checks are carried out, regular vehicle maintenance is scheduled, and regular mileage log is maintained.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding student, school and Centre matters.
- Participate in workshops and training sessions, as required.
- Performing such other duties as requested or assigned by Supervisor.
 
Minimum Requirements - Licensed journeyman (Plumber) with a Red Seal Certificate.
- Minimum of Grade 12 High School Diploma or academic equivalent through educational programs such as a Graduated Equivalent Diploma.
- Minimum of three (3) years work experience in the trade (preference for commercial/industrial/ institutional settings).
- Valid Nova Scotia driver's license and be willing to drive extensively throughout CCRCE.
- Ability to read and understand construction diagrams.
- Ability to analyze and solve through troubleshooting, a wide variety of problems related to facility maintenance.
- Ability to physically perform the duties required including significant periods of walking, extended periods of standing, sitting, involves heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and repetitive push/pull motion.
 
Additional Assets - Experience working in an educational setting, is an asset.
- Exposure to computer maintenance systems such as SAP, is an asset.
- Ability to operate a personal computer (with experience in PC application of word processing, spreadsheets) an asset.
 
Closing Notes Successful applicants will be required to provide a Child Abuse Registry Check and a Criminal Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment in accordance with CCRCE policies and procedures.