Plumber
- Red Deer, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Commencing November 23, 2026 Or As Otherwise Arranged.
40 hours weekly - Monday to Friday.
The successful candidate must be available for emergency call-outs as required.
Red Deer Public Schools is seeking a skilled Journeyperson Plumber to join our Facility Services team. Reporting to the Manager of Facility Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing and installing plumbing systems and related equipment throughout district facilities.
Key Duties And Responsibilities
- Install, maintain and repair plumbing systems, including water, sewer, drainage and natural gas piping.
- Troubleshoot and repair plumbing fixtures and equipment, including sinks, toilets, hot water tanks, pumps, valves and food services equipment.
- Coordinate annual inspections of plumbing-related systems, including backflow prevention, and maintain required documentation.
- Support boiler and hydronic heating system maintenance and provide backup support to the HVAC Technician.
- Complete work orders and preventative maintenance, accurately documenting labour and materials.
- Identify and report maintenance deficiencies, code concerns and safety hazards.
- Assist with project planning, material purchasing, contractor coordination and budget management.
- Provide general Facility Services support as required, including emergency call-outs.
- High School Diploma and Journeyperson Plumbing Certification.
- Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License.
- Journeyman Gas Ticket – Class B required; Class A desirable.
- Backflow Prevention Certification.
- 4th Class Power Engineering Certification and First Aid training are considered assets.
- Experience as a Journeyman Plumber in a commercial setting.
- Knowledge of plumbing, HVAC and building management systems, applicable codes and safety practices.
- Ability to read drawings and specifications, estimate materials and labour, and prioritize work.
- Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and cooperative work environment.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, school staff, contractors and the public.
- Basic computer skills and good physical stamina, with the ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position.
For more information about the Red Deer Public School District, visit our website at:
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found, however it will not close prior to 12:00 pm November 9, 2026.
Application Process
Applications will only be accepted through Apply to Education by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Applicants are asked to create a free online portfolio - please for step by step instructions.
Please note that applications submitted in person, email or fax are no longer accepted. A resume, cover letter and list of references are required for all applications.
Red Deer Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If accommodations or supports are required for you to attend this interview, please notify us prior to the day of the interview.
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the Associate Superintendent, People Services or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required of new employees.
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Responsibilities
Install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems and related equipment across district facilities, including water, sewer, drainage, natural gas, fixtures, and food service equipment. Coordinate inspections, document work orders and preventative maintenance, support boiler and hydronic systems, and assist with projects, contractors, and emergency call-outs.
Requirements
Applicants must have a high school diploma, Journeyperson Plumbing Certification, a valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence, and a Class B Journeyman Gas Ticket; Class A is desirable. Commercial journeyman plumbing experience, knowledge of plumbing and HVAC systems, codes and safety practices, and strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities are sought; backflow certification is also listed.
Skills
- Plumbing System Installation
- Plumbing System Maintenance
- Plumbing Repairs
- Troubleshooting
- Backflow Prevention
- Boiler Maintenance
- Hydronic Heating Systems
- HVAC Support
- Work Order Documentation
- Preventative Maintenance
- Reading Drawings And Specifications
- Material And Labour Estimation
- Project Coordination
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Building Management Systems
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- Trades
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Keywords
- Journeyperson Plumber
- Plumbing Systems
- Water Piping
- Sewer Piping
- Drainage
- Natural Gas Piping
- Plumbing Fixtures
- Hot Water Tanks
- Pumps
- Valves
- Food Services Equipment
- Backflow Prevention
- Boilers
- Hydronic Heating
- HVAC
- Building Management Systems
- Work Orders
- Preventative Maintenance
- Plumbing Codes
- Safety Practices
- Project Planning
- Material Purchasing
- Contractor Coordination
- Budget Management
- Journeyman Gas Ticket Class B
- Journeyman Gas Ticket Class A
- Alberta Class 5 Driver's Licence
- 4th Class Power Engineering
- First Aid
- Commercial Plumbing