License Plumber

Job ID:

247612

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Education

Division:

Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch

City:

London

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Permanent

Job code:

93006 - Mtce Mechanic 3

Salary:

$1,236.80 - $1,342.00 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

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Accessibility support

Are you a skilled licensed plumber looking to make an impact?

Join a dynamic facilities team where your expertise will support the safe and efficient operation of building systems. In this role, you will perform maintenance and repair work on plumbing, heating, and ventilation systems in a diverse and active environment.

Please note:
• the role involves hands-on work, which may include tasks such as lifting, bending, and using tools
• this position requires working on-site and may involve varying shifts

About the job

In this role, you will:
• perform preventive maintenance and repairs on plumbing, heating, and ventilation (HVAC) systems
• inspect, troubleshoot, and replace components such as pumps, valves, motors, thermostats, and gauges
• respond to service requests and adjust building systems as required
• maintain and service equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications
• assist with general maintenance activities, including minor repairs and equipment support
• maintain tools, equipment, and inventory records
• ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements
• coordinate with supervisors and external vendors when specialized repairs are required

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

• you must possess a valid Plumber's Licence recognized in the Province of Ontario

Technical knowledge

You have:
• knowledge of plumbing systems and building maintenance practices
• familiarity with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
• understanding of applicable legislation and standards, including: Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Building codes and fire codes

Other essential skills

You have:
• the ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical manuals
• problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• the ability to plan and carry out maintenance activities independently
• effective communication and interpersonal skills
• the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups

This role comes with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:
• a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
• group health, dental, life and disability benefits
• a range of vacation and leave options
• an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services

Additional information:

Apply by:

Friday, August 14, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

• 1 English Permanent, 1515 Cheapside St, London, West Region, Vulnerable Sector Check

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 4.7

Category:

Maintenance and Trades

Posted on:

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Note:

• About security checks:
  A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
  If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
  Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.
• T-EU-247612/26

How to apply:

1. You must apply online.
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

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