Plumber

Position Information

Position Title

Plumber

Department/Unit

Facilities Management

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

FM123-26

Employee Group

NSGEU Local 99

Position Type

Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Rate

$31.98 per hour

Classification

Plumber

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that’s celebrating 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Reporting to an Operations Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent carries out plumbing, heating and associated systems-related work on the University campus.

Key Responsibilities

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,

Installs and maintains drainage systems including chemical resistant

Performs preventive maintenance tasks on designated plumbing and heating related equipment

Fits, aligns and tacks

Makes recommendations for upgrading plumbing systems based on best economical/professional judgement

Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, National Plumbing Code as well as University and Government rules and regulations

Maintains a clean work environment

Assists other tradespersons as required

Performs other duties as required

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Required Qualifications

Valid Plumbing certificate of qualification as recognized by the Nova Scotia Department of Education. Red Seal Designation an asset

Completion of certified trades school program preferred

Five years recent and related journeyperson experience in construction and maintenance in a commercial or institutional environment.

Experience in construction and renovation of laboratories would be an asset

Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and equipment specifications

Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, National Plumbing Code as well as University and Government rules and regulations

Ability to take direction – Reliable and punctual

Good communication and organizational skills

Must be willing and able to work overtime, respond to after-hours calls and be available for standby duties if required

Familiarity with microcomputers preferred

Knowledge of the tools of the trade

Ability to direct others in a foreperson capacity an asset

General safety, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Lock Out/Tag Out, and WHMIS training an asset

Assets

Additional Information

Bargaining unit employees are given first consideration and will be notified regarding the status of their application. All other applicants will be considered when there is no qualified internal candidate and will only be contacted if selected for an interview.

Application Consideration

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

3

Open Date

10/26/2026

Close Date

11/01/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/22425