Plumber Journeyperson

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The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life. The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request. 

Calgary Housing (CH) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of The City of Calgary. CH is a purpose-driven social enterprise and the largest housing operator in Calgary, providing safe and affordable housing to more than 27,000 Calgarians. 

As a Plumber Journeyperson, you will maintain, inspect, install, repair and replace furnace and hot water tank fixtures located in Calgary Housing multi-family residential buildings, including apartment towers, walk up apartment buildings and row housing. Primary duties include:

• Respond to service requests from residents, contractors, and internal teams to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, ERV/HRV, and boiler systems.
• Conduct cross-connection testing, leak detection, code-compliance inspections, and identify unsafe or unauthorized property conditions.
• Install, repair, and replace plumbing fixtures, pumps, piping (including PEX and soldered systems), hot water tanks, furnaces, and related equipment.
• Assess underground and mechanical room infrastructure, including sewers and storm drains, and recommend cost-effective repair solutions.
• Prepare suites for move-ins; inspect move-outs, contractor work, and new mechanical installations.
• Clear blockages, repair drainpipes, install zone valves, and maintain on-demand boilers and make-up air systems.
• Design and implement preventative maintenance programs for mechanical and underground infrastructure.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert for new builds and renovations, including writing scopes of work and supervising contractors.
• Complete administrative tasks such as electronic work orders, submitting test results, and attending pre-tender meetings.

Qualifications 

• A completed Plumber Journeyman certificate or equivalent interprovincial Red Seal as recognized by the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board.
• At least 48 months of related post-ticket Journeyman experience is required.
• Preference will be given to applicants with furnace and hot water tank installation and repair experience, and those who have had commercial service experience.
• A Gasfitter "B" Ticket is required.
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerits, no current suspensions or charges pending.
• A Cross Connection Control Ticket and the ability to register with The City of Calgary will be an asset.
• Success in this position requires strong problem solving and interpersonal skills; the ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a high call, customer-oriented work environment and adjust to changing priorities.

 Working Conditions: This position will travel between residential buildings and is exposed to dirt, dust, noise, limited spaces, bodily fluids, pests, hot and cold temperatures.  Pre-employment Requirements 

• An enhanced security clearance and Vulnerable Sector Search (VSS) will be conducted.
• Must obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit.
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

  Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.

Position and Pay Information

• Business Unit: Calgary Housing
• Union: CUPE Local 37
• Position Type: 2 Permanent
• Compensation: $47.44 - 52.54 per hour
• Hours of work: Non-standard 38 hour work week.
• Days of work: This position works a 4-day work week from 7:00am - 4:30pm Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday on a 5 week rotation.
• Location: Various
• Audience: Internal/External
• Apply By: September 11, 2026
• Job ID: 315225