Building Systems Technician III (Plumbing)

Employment Opportunity: Building Systems Technician III (Plumbing) (full-time, permanent – 35 hours per week, with on call duties subject to a probationary period)

Established in 1789, the University of King’s College is Canada’s oldest chartered university and is associated with Dalhousie University. A small and extraordinarily lively academic community located in Halifax (Kjipuktuk), Nova Scotia, King’s is known nationally and internationally for its highly acclaimed interdisciplinary programs in the humanities, including its renowned Foundation Year Program, its professional programs in journalism and its fine arts programs in creative writing. King’s is a community where students, faculty, alumni and staff work to bring greater understanding, creativity and compassion to the world.

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Building Systems Technician (Plumbing) is responsible for plumbing, maintenance (preventative, corrective and immediate repair) and mechanical work. This position works as part of a team, and cross-training/maintenance work outside of the primary plumbing trade is expected. Examples of work outside of the primary plumbing trade include snow removal, moving furniture and event set-up.

Specific Duties and Accountabilities

• Installs, repairs and maintains plumbing and heating-related devices such as but not limited to pumps, water distribution piping, valves, fixtures, back flow preventers and drainage interceptors.
• Regularly reacts to plumbing emergencies, including but not limited to leaks, clogged drains, and heating repairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks on designated plumbing and heating-related equipment.
• Makes recommendations for upgrading plumbing systems based on best economical/professional judgement.
• Performs routine maintenance checks on building systems including but not limited to inspection, maintenance and replacement of belts/filters.
• Carries out preventative maintenance and minor repairs to mechanical systems as required.
• Performs all duties in accordance with the Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, as well as university and government rules and regulations.
• Maintains a clean work environment in the Facilities Shop and in the areas of all work projects.
• Assists outside contractors/Dalhousie with steam heat system problems.
• On call duties 24 hours per day, 7 days per week on rotation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager.

The above accountabilities are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described.

Qualifications

• Valid Plumbing Certification (as recognized by the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency). Red Seal Designation is mandatory.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Nova Scotia driver’s license and provide a clean driver’s abstract.

The following certifications are considered an asset:

• Certified Building System Technician
• Occupational Health & Safety Training Certification
• WHMIS
• Fall Arrest
• CPR/First Aid
• JGL & Scissor Lift Certified
• HVAC and heating experience
• Building Automation experience
• Backflow Prevention certification
• Steamfitter certification
• Ability to operate heavy machinery for snow removal
• Computer proficiency

Closing Date: March 11, 2025

The starting salary range for this position is $57,253 to $60,682 (including a comprehensive benefits plan with enrolment in the Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Pension Plan).

To apply for this position, please forward resume and cover letter to:

Pethrona Russell
Human Resources Manager
University of King’s College
6350 Coburg Road
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 2A1
pethrona.russell@ukings.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The University of King’s College is committed to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversification of our community.