The Plumber will report to the Operations and Maintenance Manager and is responsible for directing and coordinating crews and staff to install and repair plumbing components of properties owned by the Kwanlin Dün First Nation (KDFN).
This position entails overseeing other staff, apprentices, training, production, and safety at various construction or maintenance sites, where projects may be at different stages of development. Regular inspections of plumbing components of homes and community buildings and reporting will also be part of the role.
Additionally, the incumbent will provide recommendations and solutions to improve maintenance systems in KDFN rental properties. They will also be responsible for assigned Plumbing work orders and after-hours on-call jobs when necessary. Duties include installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing components of KDFN residential homes and community buildings. The Operations & Maintenance Manager will assign the scope of work through work orders. Subject to funding availability, the incumbent will also develop and implement a Plumbing apprenticeship program designed to enhance apprentices' skills and meet their educational needs.
Required Qualifications (what we screen/look for on your resume)An equivalent combination of post-secondary education, combined with significant current/lived experience in the areas identified below, will equally be considered.
· Licensed Red Seal Plumber status is mandatory with significant progressive home, building construction or maintenance experience;
· Recent successful supervisory experience; experience mentoring and developing students in the trade is an asset.
· Considerable experience managing small projects including completing routine building maintenance and plumbing projects is required;
· Working knowledge and experience using computers, tablets including spread sheets and databases is an asset;
· Experience working successfully with minimal supervision, with the ability to complete tasks and assigned duties within the allotted time frame is required.
· Knowledge of Federal, Territorial and KDFN Occupational Health and Safety regulation, policies and procedures, Federal and territorial building standards and guidelines is required.
Knowledge and skills (what we may assess/interview on):[BM1]
· Licensed Red Seal Plumber in good standing, with significant progressive experience in residential, commercial, or building maintenance environments
· Demonstrated supervisory experience, with a proven ability to mentor and develop apprentices or students in the trade considered an asset
· Extensive experience managing small-scale projects, including routine building maintenance and plumbing work
· Proficient in the use of computers and mobile devices (e.g., tablets), with working knowledge of spreadsheets and databases considered an asset
· Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and consistently complete assigned tasks within established timelines
· Comprehensive knowledge of applicable Federal, Territorial, and KDFN occupational health and safety regulations, as well as relevant building codes, standards, and guidelines
Knowledge of Yukon First Nations history within formalized education systems, residential schools and on-going intergenerational effects specific to education and social programming is an asset. Familiarity with Kwanlin Dün First Nation history, culture, goals and aspirations is required for success in the role.
Conditions of Employment:
· Valid class 5 driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle; Satisfactory pre-employment criminal records check with vulnerable sector search and Standard First Aid & CPR an asset.
· Completion of industry related courses required for OHS/COR compliance including but not limited to leadership for safety excellence, hazard assessment, First Aid & CPR, Bobcat operator certification, Industrial Workplace Safety training / construction site safety training WHMIS; Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG); Hazard Assessment certification or equivalent; Lock Out/Tag Out; Fall Protection End User; Aerial Platform / Scissor Lift; Confined space entrant and stand by person training
*KDFN has generous employer-paid benefits and a matching pension package that commences after 3 months of continued employment plus paid leave accruals.
· Please submit your resume and cover letter to: Human Resources via email to [email protected] or in person to 35 McIntyre Drive.
· Kwanlin Dun First Nation citizens/members who would like help with writing or updating your resume, please contact House of Learning.
· If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
For a full job description, please access one on our website at http://www.kwanlindun.com/employment
We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Kwanlin Dün First Nation (KDFN) hiring preference policy is in effect.
Failure to identify this on your resume may prevent you from being considered further.
Note: An eligibility list may be established and maintained on file for 1-year from the date of creation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $76,531.00-$127,290.80 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
