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This Plumber position presents a unique opportunity to work on the largest building in BC, exposing you to a diverse range of exciting systems. By leveraging your expertise in diagnosing and promptly resolving plumbing issues, delivering exceptional customer service, and contributing to a seamless and efficient workflow, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining the building's infrastructure and ensuring the utmost satisfaction of our clients. A sample of the many systems you will be responsible for include sewage, fire protection, dyke pump stations, fire hydrants and back flow preventers throughout Sea Island.
YVR is a place of connection, bringing together people, places and cargo while ensuring a safe and efficient experience for everyone. Facilities Maintenance is an integral part of the organization, ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems to support the smooth functioning of airport operations. The department's success lies in its ability to proactively identify and address maintenance needs, prioritize tasks, and provide timely and effective solutions, thereby minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
This Plumber position presents a unique opportunity to work on the largest building in BC, exposing you to a diverse range of exciting systems. By leveraging your expertise in diagnosing and promptly resolving plumbing issues, delivering exceptional customer service, and contributing to a seamless and efficient workflow, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining the building's infrastructure and ensuring the utmost satisfaction of our clients. A sample of the many systems you will be responsible for include sewage, fire protection, dyke pump stations, fire hydrants and back flow preventers throughout Sea Island.
40-hour work week with generous compensation for overtime work
Eligible to earn a shift premium of $2.50 per hour for night shifts, along with an additional weekend premium of $2.25 per hour for weekend shifts
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4 on 4 off (2 days followed by 2 nights)
Extended health, vision, and dental plans and a $750/year HCSA
RRSP Matching program – Employee contribute 6% and YVR will contribute 7%
Tools supplied
Allocation of work clothing
Taxable benefit that includes employer-paid parking, transit passes, or a green commuter rebate of $100 per month
Paid time off
Comprehensive Sick Leave Program
Access to 24/7 fitness facilities
Key responsibilities include:
Inspecting, repairing, and testing backflow assemblies
Preventative and corrective maintenance of sewer, storm and dyke pump stations
Responding to flooding: sewer/ storm backups, waterline/water main breaks
Responding to hydronic leaks: chilled, heating or glycol systems
Responding to natural gas or diesel fuel system issues
Responding to fire suppression system issues
Key qualifications include:
Five years’ recent, related experience in an airport and/or industrial plant environment, supplemented by a Red Seal in Plumbing
Gas fitter and/or Steam Fitter ticket is preferred
Demonstrated experience with back flow prevention testing, with various types of mechanical and electrical equipment, and in asset lifecycle development and management
Ability to interpret and apply the National Plumbing Code
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
Good communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment with other trades, as well as independently, with little supervision
Demonstrated ability to make safety a top priority
Valid BC driver’s license
Although not required, French language skills are an asset as we are committed to providing bilingual services to our visitors and passengers. Candidates who do not speak French are still strongly encouraged to apply. The shift schedule is 4 on 4 off (2 days followed by 2 nights), with a requirement through winter operations for 24/7 operations. As an employee on a shifted work schedule, you may be eligible for shift and weekend premiums. This position is open to both Vancouver Airport Authority employees and external candidates. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position. As part of our recruitment process, short-listed candidates may be required to participate in an assessment process.
YVR is more than just an airport. We connect our beautiful province and all it has to offer to the world. We are all leaders and trailblazers for change and innovation, so no matter the department or team you’re a part of, the work you do matters.
At YVR, we are flexible in everything we do. We will work together to find ways to deliver customer excellence that helps us all thrive.
Whatever your background and wherever you’re from, you belong at YVR. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance applying, please reach out at careers@yvr.ca .
Vancouver Airport Authority is a community-based nonprofit airport operator managing Vancouver International Airport for travellers and cargo.
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