Night shift Jobs in Vancouver, BC

YVR is a place of connection, bringing together people, places and cargo while ensuring a safe and efficient experience for everyone. Facilities Maintenance is an integral part of the organization, ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems to support the smooth functioning of airport operations. The department's success lies in its ability to proactively identify and address maintenance needs, prioritize tasks, and provide timely and effective solutions, thereby minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.

Position overview

This Plumber position presents a unique opportunity to work on the largest building in BC, exposing you to a diverse range of exciting systems. By leveraging your expertise in diagnosing and promptly resolving plumbing issues, delivering exceptional customer service, and contributing to a seamless and efficient workflow, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining the building's infrastructure and ensuring the utmost satisfaction of our clients. A sample of the many systems you will be responsible for include sewage, fire protection, dyke pump stations, fire hydrants and back flow preventers throughout Sea Island.

Why YVR?

• 40-hour work week with generous compensation for overtime work
• Eligible to earn a shift premium of $2.50 per hour for night shifts, along with an additional weekend premium of $2.25 per hour for weekend shifts
• 4 on 4 off (2 days followed by 2 nights)
• Extended health, vision, and dental plans and a $750/year HCSA
• RRSP Matching program – Employee contribute 6% and YVR will contribute 7%
• Tools supplied
• Allocation of work clothing
• Taxable benefit that includes employer-paid parking, transit passes, or a green commuter rebate of $100 per month
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive Sick Leave Program
• Access to 24/7 fitness facilities

Key responsibilities include:

• Inspecting, repairing, and testing backflow assemblies
• Preventative and corrective maintenance of sewer, storm and dyke pump stations
• Responding to flooding: sewer/ storm backups, waterline/water main breaks
• Responding to hydronic leaks: chilled, heating or glycol systems
• Responding to natural gas or diesel fuel system issues
• Responding to fire suppression system issues

Key qualifications include:

• Five years’ recent, related experience in an airport and/or industrial plant environment, supplemented by a Red Seal in Plumbing
• Gas fitter and/or Steam Fitter ticket is preferred
• Demonstrated experience with back flow prevention testing, with various types of mechanical and electrical equipment, and in asset lifecycle development and management
• Ability to interpret and apply the National Plumbing Code
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Good communication skills with the ability to work in a team environment with other trades, as well as independently, with little supervision
• Demonstrated ability to make safety a top priority
• Valid BC driver’s license
  

Although not required, French language skills are an asset as we are committed to providing bilingual services to our visitors and passengers. Candidates who do not speak French are still strongly encouraged to apply.

The shift schedule is 4 on 4 off (2 days followed by 2 nights), with a requirement through winter operations for 24/7 operations. As an employee on a shifted work schedule, you may be eligible for shift and weekend premiums.

This position is open to both Vancouver Airport Authority employees and external candidates. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position.

As part of our recruitment process, short-listed candidates may be required to participate in an assessment process.

Salary Range : $80,817 to $105,629 per annum, based on 40 hours per week. This is individually tailored to reflect your unique experience, qualifications and internal equity.

Who We Are

YVR is more than just an airport. We connect our beautiful province and all it has to offer to the world. We are all leaders and trailblazers for change and innovation, so no matter the department or team you’re a part of, the work you do matters.

At YVR, we are flexible in everything we do. We will work together to find ways to deliver customer excellence that helps us all thrive.

Whatever your background and wherever you’re from, you belong at YVR. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance applying, please reach out at careers@yvr.ca.