Afternoon​/Weekend Shift Plumber, Facilities Management

Overview

Afternoon/Weekend Shift Plumber – Facilities Management at the University of Calgary. Full‑time, four days per week Thursday to Sunday, with rotating standby or on‑call callouts.

• Perform installations, maintenance and repairs of all plumbing, heating, gas piping and related mechanical systems at a certified trade level.
• Ensure compliance with University specifications, standards, procedures and relevant Plumbing Codes.
• Manage own time effectively, keep supervisor informed of activities and progress of work.
• Provide customer service to internal personnel, contractors, suppliers, students and other members of the University community.
• Maintain equipment, work spaces and tools supplied by the University in safe working order.
• Participate in training and development activities in coordination with the department.
• Meet ongoing OHS initiatives, follow University OHS policies, procedures and legislation.
• Attend regularly, report to start of shift, and maintain personal hygiene, attire and grooming appropriate for the work environment.

• Provincial or interprovincial plumbing trade certification with 3–5 years of experience.
• Power Engineering certificate (5th–1st Class), gas‑fitting, steam fitting and/or cross‑connection control testing certificate preferred.
• Agree to attain minimum 4th Class Power Engineering within 12 months of employment; training provided by employer.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta driver’s licence with less than 7 demerit points; licence abstract will be requested.
• Good knowledge of the Canadian Plumbing Code.
• Physical strength and stamina to lift heavy loads, work on feet for long periods and in cramped positions.
• Mechanical ability, hand and power tool use, ladder work at various heights and safety‑conscious attitude.
• Ability to work in a variety of environments including office settings, classrooms, research laboratories and service tunnels.
• Logical and reasoning ability to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Team‑work ability, mentoring and sharing knowledge with apprentices and co‑workers.
• Independent, minimal supervision and timely completion of tasks.
• Record of upgrading and updating trade skills, staying current with industry trends.
• Record of superior customer service, meeting quality standards and evaluating customer satisfaction.
• Strong communication skills, active listening and effective information sharing.
• Effective time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, e‑mail and mobile communication devices.

January 4, 2026. Only candidates selected for further stages will be contacted.

UCalgary is an equitable and inclusive employer and recognises that diversity benefits and enriches the work, learning and research experiences of the entire campus and greater community. We remove barriers historically encountered by some people in our society, recruiting individuals who will enhance diversity and support their academic and professional success. We encourage women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible/racialised minorities and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities to apply.

Accommodations are available at any stage of the recruitment process. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.