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Trades 2 - Plumber

UBC The University of British Columbia

Location
UBC Vancouver Campus - Vancouver, BC, Canada
Occupation
Plumber
Pay
Not listed. The posting below may state it.
First seen by Werko
Oct 30, 2026
Last confirmed active at source
Nov 1, 2026
Werko will recheck by
Nov 4, 2026

About this job

Advertised pay

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  • Base pay · CAD 7,186–7,666/month

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    $7,186.00 - $7,666.00 CAD Monthly

  • Base pay · 86,232–91,992 (period not stated) (currency not stated)

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    Salary: $86,232 - $91,992 (Annual Gross) | $44.22 - $47.18 per hour

  • Base pay · 44.22–47.18/hr (currency not stated)

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    Salary: $86,232 - $91,992 (Annual Gross) | $44.22 - $47.18 per hour

  • Base pay · 2.15/hr (currency not stated)

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    o   Salary premium for Gas Fitting Ticket (B) of $2.15 per hour · Supplemental Pay Types:

  • Benefits · 500/yr (currency not stated)

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    Health Spending Account of $500 per year, increasing to $650 effective January 1, 2027, and to $750 effective January 1, 2028 · Supporting the health and wellbeing of our employees through:

  • Benefits · 650 (period not stated) (currency not stated)

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    Health Spending Account of $500 per year, increasing to $650 effective January 1, 2027, and to $750 effective January 1, 2028 · Supporting the health and wellbeing of our employees through:

  • Benefits · 750 (period not stated) (currency not stated)

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    Health Spending Account of $500 per year, increasing to $650 effective January 1, 2027, and to $750 effective January 1, 2028 · Supporting the health and wellbeing of our employees through:

  • Benefits · 100/yr (currency not stated)

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    Personal Spending Account of $100 per year effective January 1, 2027, increasing to $300 effective January 1, 2028 · Supporting the health and wellbeing of our employees through:

  • Benefits · 300 (period not stated) (currency not stated)

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    Personal Spending Account of $100 per year effective January 1, 2027, increasing to $300 effective January 1, 2028 · Supporting the health and wellbeing of our employees through:

Required by this posting

  • Carries out repair on machinery and equipment, inspection tests, diagnoses defects in equipment, taking remedial action as required or recommending solution to the Head Plumber verbally or written

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    Carries out repair on machinery and equipment, inspection tests, diagnoses defects in equipment, taking remedial action as required or recommending solution to the Head Plumber verbally or written

  • Work in correct/safe manner and in accordance with all safety standards, practices, procedures and ensures personal protective equipment is worn where required

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    Work in correct/safe manner and in accordance with all safety standards, practices, procedures and ensures personal protective equipment is worn where required

  • Uses all tools, equipment and instruments he/she is competent to use required for work and is responsible for the correct and safe storing of equipment

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    Uses all tools, equipment and instruments he/she is competent to use required for work and is responsible for the correct and safe storing of equipment

  • Prepares cost estimates for jobs and orders required materials

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    Prepares cost estimates for jobs and orders required materials

  • Plumbers are required to develop appropriate work procedures and methods of problem solving

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    Plumbers are required to develop appropriate work procedures and methods of problem solving

  • Ability to interpret drawings and specifications, sketches of work required and maintenance manuals

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    Ability to interpret drawings and specifications, sketches of work required and maintenance manuals

Mentioned in this posting

  • Staff - Union

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    Staff - Union

  • Mechanical Maintenance Trades | Mechanical | Building Operations | Facilities

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    Mechanical Maintenance Trades | Mechanical | Building Operations | Facilities

  • o   Salary premium for Gas Fitting Ticket (B) of $2.15 per hour

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    o   Salary premium for Gas Fitting Ticket (B) of $2.15 per hour

  • o   Evening/Weekend shift premiums when applicable

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    o   Evening/Weekend shift premiums when applicable

  • UBC Building Operations provides comprehensive facilities maintenance, operations and renovation services for lands and buildings owned by the University of British Columbia

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    UBC Building Operations provides comprehensive facilities maintenance, operations and renovation services for lands and buildings owned by the University of British Columbia

  • The Trades units provide a wide range of services for the maintenance, repair and operation of all buildings on campus

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    The Trades units provide a wide range of services for the maintenance, repair and operation of all buildings on campus

  • Plumbers perform skilled plumbing work in the maintenance, repair, and renovation work of gas, air, water, and waste disposal systems and of the interior and exterior water mains and drainage systems throughout the University

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    Plumbers perform skilled plumbing work in the maintenance, repair, and renovation work of gas, air, water, and waste disposal systems and of the interior and exterior water mains and drainage systems throughout the University

  • Performs maintenance, repair and renovation work such as: maintaining plumbing fixtures, backflow prevention devices, gas, air, water, fire protection systems and waste disposal systems

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    Performs maintenance, repair and renovation work such as: maintaining plumbing fixtures, backflow prevention devices, gas, air, water, fire protection systems and waste disposal systems

  • Assembles parts, equipment, fittings and joins them by soldering, brazing, gluing, screwing calking, bolting and other methods

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    Assembles parts, equipment, fittings and joins them by soldering, brazing, gluing, screwing calking, bolting and other methods

  • Keeps current on preventative maintenance concepts, technology, and theory and ensures familiarity with manufacturer and regulatory maintenance requirements

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    Keeps current on preventative maintenance concepts, technology, and theory and ensures familiarity with manufacturer and regulatory maintenance requirements

  • inappropriate repair/maintenance decisions could delay resolution of problems and adversely affect user access to equipment/system and possible safety of users

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    inappropriate repair/maintenance decisions could delay resolution of problems and adversely affect user access to equipment/system and possible safety of users

  • A trade certification to journeyperson level as a plumber, a valid BC Gas Fitter B License with electrical endorsement for low voltage, a BC Cross Connection Control certificate, a valid BC driver’s license and a minimum five years of related experience

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    A trade certification to journeyperson level as a plumber, a valid BC Gas Fitter B License with electrical endorsement for low voltage, a BC Cross Connection Control certificate, a valid BC driver’s license and a minimum five years of related experience

  • Strong background in mechanical piping and/or service plumber experience

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    Strong background in mechanical piping and/or service plumber experience

  • Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships

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    Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships

  • Ability to work various shift patterns dependent upon operational needs

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    Ability to work various shift patterns dependent upon operational needs

Requirement coverage

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    Job Title Trades 2 - Plumber

    Job Category CUPE 116

    Job Profile CUPE 116 Salaried - Trades 2 - Plumber

    Job Family Group Staff - Union

    Department Mechanical Maintenance Trades | Mechanical | Building Operations | Facilities

    Compensation Range $7,186.00 - $7,666.00 CAD Monthly

    Job End Date Ongoing

    Posting End Date November 7, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

    Compensation and Benefits Salary: $86,232 - $91,992 (Annual Gross) | $44.22 - $47.18 per hour

    Supplemental Pay Types: o   Salary premium for Gas Fitting Ticket (B) of $2.15 per hour o   Opportunity for OT at Double Time (bankable for additional time off) o   Evening/Weekend shift premiums when applicable

    Schedule: o   Working nine day-shifts (6:37am to 3:30pm) over a two-week period       Every second Friday or Monday off

    Vacation Allotments: o   Year 1: 1.25 vacation days earned per month o   Year 2: Three weeks of vacation o   Year 5: Four weeks of vacation o   Year 8: Five weeks of vacation o   Year 14-18: One additional day of vacation earned per year o   Year 18: Six weeks of vacation o   Every year: Three additional vacation days between Christmas and New Years

    University Pension Contributions: o   9.4% of your gross pensionable earnings (basic salary).

    Eligibility for tuition credit tuition waiver in each 12-month period as follows: o   12 credits of UBC undergraduate courses (transferable to your eligible dependent spouse or child); or UBC Extended Learning and approved Continuing Studies non-credit courses (the dollar equivalent of 12 undergraduate credits)

    Offering Extensive Medical & Dental Benefit Programs

    Other UBC perks for staff, on-site staff fitness centre & classes available

    Supporting the health and wellbeing of our employees through: Health Spending Account of $500 per year, increasing to $650 effective January 1, 2027, and to $750 effective January 1, 2028. This account can be used to pay for certain eligible expenses that are not covered by UBC’s Extended Health and Dental plans. Personal Spending Account of $100 per year effective January 1, 2027, increasing to $300 effective January 1, 2028. This account can be used for eligible expenses for you and your eligible dependents, including expenses related to fitness, education, and personal development. Supplemental Employment Benefit for the first 10 weeks of parental leave.

    At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

    Job Summary UBC Building Operations provides comprehensive facilities maintenance, operations and renovation services for lands and buildings owned by the University of British Columbia. Trades are the heart and hands of Building Operations. The Trades units provide a wide range of services for the maintenance, repair and operation of all buildings on campus. Plumbers perform skilled plumbing work in the maintenance, repair, and renovation work of gas, air, water, and waste disposal systems and of the interior and exterior water mains and drainage systems throughout the University.

    Organizational Status Plumbers report to the People & Process Manager, Mech Systems & HVAC Trades. Plumbers work both independently as well with other plumbers and associated tradespeople, both at the apprentice and journeyperson level. Plumbers receive daily work assignments and directions from the Head Plumber as well as the Sub Head Plumber.

    Work Performed Performs maintenance, repair and renovation work such as: maintaining plumbing fixtures, backflow prevention devices, gas, air, water, fire protection systems and waste disposal systems. Handles low-risk asbestos or other hazardous insulation materials following UBC policy and procedures.

    Carries out repair on machinery and equipment, inspection tests, diagnoses defects in equipment, taking remedial action as required or recommending solution to the Head Plumber verbally or written.

    Assembles parts, equipment, fittings and joins them by soldering, brazing, gluing, screwing calking, bolting and other methods.

    Work in correct/safe manner and in accordance with all safety standards, practices, procedures and ensures personal protective equipment is worn where required.

    Keeps current on preventative maintenance concepts, technology, and theory and ensures familiarity with manufacturer and regulatory maintenance requirements.

    Responds to service requests and emergencies during normal working hours and after working hours in a safe effective manner.

    Uses all tools, equipment and instruments he/she is competent to use required for work and is responsible for the correct and safe storing of equipment.

    Prepares cost estimates for jobs and orders required materials.

    Works from oral and written instructions, work orders and drawings.

    Ensues good housekeeping is practiced in the plumbing shop and on site.

    Is responsible for work being completed in accordance with requirements and specifications.

    Consequence of Error/Judgement Work is performed within prescribed and accepted trade standards, in accordance with job requirements and specifications and external regulatory requirements; inappropriate repair/maintenance decisions could delay resolution of problems and adversely affect user access to equipment/system and possible safety of users

    Supervision Received Plumbers work under the general supervision of the Head and Sub Head Plumber. Plumbers are required to develop appropriate work procedures and methods of problem solving. Plumbers receive specific instructions only on unusual problems.

    Supervision Given Plumbers monitor and check the work of apprentice(s) and labourers as the need arises.

    Minimum Qualifications A trade certification to journeyperson level as a plumber, a valid BC Gas Fitter B License with electrical endorsement for low voltage, a BC Cross Connection Control certificate, a valid BC driver’s license and a minimum five years of related experience.

    - Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own - Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Strong background in mechanical piping and/or service plumber experience. • Ability to interpret drawings and specifications, sketches of work required and maintenance manuals. • Effective oral and written communication, organizational and problem solving skills. • Ability to work both independently and within a team environment. • Ability to provide quality service to customers in a courteous, patient manner. • Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships. • Ability to work various shift patterns dependent upon operational needs.