Steamfitter Regional Municipality

Job Summary

Reporting to the Utilities Manager, the incumbent is responsible for the installation and maintenance of steam distribution and chilled water systems on the University campus.

• Installs, repairs and maintains steam distribution and chilled water system related devices such as pumps, exchangers, valves, coils, traps, strainers, and regulators.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks on designated steam and chilled water related equipment.
• Fits, aligns, tacks, threads, brazes and/or performs minor welds.
• Makes recommendations for upgrading steam and chilled water systems based on economical and best professional judgement.
• Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations.
• Maintains a clean work environment.
• Assists other tradespersons as required.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Valid Steamfitter certificate of qualification as recognised by the Nova Scotia Department of Labour & Advanced Education;
  Red Seal designation an asset.
• Completion of certified trades school program preferred.
• Five years recent and related journeyperson experience.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and equipment specifications.
• Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to take direction.
• Familiarity with microcomputers preferred.
• Must be willing and able to work overtime, respond to after‑hours calls and perform standby duties if required.
• 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, Rigging and WHMIS training an asset.

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 2

SLGBTQIA+ 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.