Red Seal Plumber / Gas Fitter

We’re hiring: Red Seal  Plumber/ Gas Fitter
Sturgeon Public Schools is currently seeking a Full-Time Permanent Red Seal Plumber/ Gas Fitter based out of Central Office in Morinville.

Why Join Sturgeon Public Schools?

At Sturgeon Public Schools, you'll find more than just a job; you'll find a career that offers stability, balance, and the opportunity to make a difference in your community.

What You'll Love About This Role

This position offers the opportunity to apply your plumbing and gas fitting expertise across a variety of facilities while enjoying the stability of permanent employment. You'll work independently and as part of a skilled facilities team, helping maintain the systems that keep our schools operating safely and efficiently. Every day brings something different, from preventative maintenance and repairs to project work and supporting school operations throughout the Division.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package plus a defined pension plan that helps you build long-term financial security

• Work-life balance with a consistent schedule and year-round employment

• Meaningful work supporting safe, comfortable, and welcoming learning environments for students and staff

• Varied and engaging work across multiple school facilities and division sites

• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training

• A supportive team environment that values collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement

• The opportunity to work close to home and serve the schools oin Sturgeon County

If you're looking to apply your trade skills in a role that offers stability, purpose, and a strong sense of community, we'd love to hear from you.

Reporting to the Director of Facilities and/or designate, the Plumber/Gas Fitter will assume responsibility in areas requiring service and maintenance of Sturgeon Public School Division facilities. All duties are to be performed on a timely and accurate basis. This is an eight (8) hour per day position; however, this person is on call for emergencies and on a rotational call for evenings and weekends. 

Knowledge, Education, and Experience:

•  Inter-provincial Red Seal Plumber/Gas Fitter B class ticket

•  A minimum of two years’ experience in a commercial setting

•  Working knowledge of Provincial code requirements and changes to the code, along with legislative bulletins

•  Working knowledge of BMS system programming is desirable

• Excellent human relations skills

• Ability to adapt to changing work environments

•  Perform all work on a timely and accurate basis

•  Works well under pressure

• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new applications and keep abreast of new information, products, and equipment as they become available

Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Maintain and service all the plumbing for Sturgeon Public School Division facilities, including, but not limited to, water lines, drains, waste and vent lines, sinks, toilets, and urinals

•  Maintenance of boilers, including the control valves, and scheduled maintenance of the exhaust vans

•  Respond to work order requests under the direction of the Coordinator of Operations and Maintenance

• Supervise students hired for summer projects

•  Work in conjunction with contractors and school custodians as required

•  Be willing to engage in lifelong learning with respect to training, in-service, and professional development

• Promote public relations between the communities, the school division, and the school office

• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities

Why Join Sturgeon Public Schools?
We pride ourselves on doing things a little differently. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Contribute to the safety and functionality of diverse learning environments

• Be part of a dynamic facilities team that supports innovative education

• Enjoy a supportive work culture and a division committed to continuous improvement
  

Important to Note

• 40 hours per week, 8-hour/day, with on-call responsibilities for emergencies, including a rotational schedule for evenings and weekends

• Comprehensive benefits package including defined pension, as per General Employment Conditions

• Applications will be accepted through Apply to Education

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.