Plumber, Facility Maintenance Projects

Job description
Toronto Pearson is transforming. Now’s the time for your career to fly.

The Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) is a unique and dynamic place to work, with a bold plan to make Toronto Pearson, Canada’s leading global hub airport, a global leader in airport performance, customer care and sustainability. Together with our partners, approximately 1,900 GTAA employees are working to create a next-generation airport by innovating in all we do and striving for the most uplifting, safe and efficient experience for our passengers – all while championing the prosperity of our people, the community we call home, and our aviation partners. Join us on our journey together, as we put the joy back into travel and make Toronto Pearson the chosen place to fly and work.

What's in it for you?
• An opportunity to grow, develop, and thrive within a dynamic, and fast-growing company alongside thoughtful and passionate individuals dedicated to their work and community
• Comprehensive benefits, including a flexible retirement program with employer matching, along with voluntary savings options (RRSP, TFSA, and Non-Registered Savings Plans)
• A flexible hybrid work environment, continuous internal and external learning opportunities, and a meaningful reward and recognition program

What can you expect from this position?

Reporting to the Manager, Maintenance Response, this position coordinates all plumbing related activities at the GTAA including sewage lifts and domestic and sanitary water activities.

As Plumber, Facilities Maintenance Projects, you will:
• Conduct preventative maintenance repairs on plumbing and heating installations
• Undertake, coordinate, repair and install systems
• Provide on-site monitoring of plumbing and heating repair maintenance work being performed by outside contractors
• Perform Maintenance on Sanitary and Storm Drainage systems
• Perform Backflow testing

This unionized position is classified at the Band 8 level, with an hourly wage of $50.01, based on a 40 hour work week. The successful candidate must be available to commence the duties of the position once a selection decision has been made. As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete a test.

This is the role for you, if you have:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Plumber in construction and maintenance
• Ontario Certificate of Qualification in the trade of Plumber, Construction/Maintenance Certification is required
• Knowledge of Confined Space Entry is preferred
• Demonstrate knowledge of gas systems, Gas Fitter License is an asset
• Valid OWWA (Ontario Water Works Association) certificate for Backflow prevention or AWWA (American Water Works Association)
• Valid “G” Ontario Driver’s license
• Able to obtain a “D/A” Class AVOP license within 30 days of appointment to the position
• Able to obtain and maintain Transportation Security Clearance

Knowledge and skills you bring, that set you up for success:
• Knowledge of the plumbing system, standards and requirements, industry plumbing codes
• Provides guidance and direction to apprentices, GTAA employees, and Contractors to ensure work is completed to GTAA standards
• Familiarity in work order systems
• Ability to read and understand complex and detailed drawings and schematic layouts, manufacturer’s manuals and preventative manuals
• Understand safety and standard procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift, carry and hold plumbing equipment and tools, bend, stoop, kneel and work in other awkward positions, and use fine finger movements to manipulate plumbing parts and tools when installing repairing systems
• Able to work shifts and work in inclement weather as required
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively deal with people, be dependable, self-motivated, and show a mature approach in dealing with conflict and pressure situations
• Knowledge of Heating systems and Life Safety systems

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