PLUMBER/MECHANIC

Introducing the National Arts Centre

The National Arts Centre (NAC) is Canada’s bilingual, multi-disciplinary home for the performing arts. The NAC presents, creates, produces, and co-produces performing arts programming in various streams— the NAC Orchestra, Dance, English Theatre, French Theatre, Indigenous Theatre, and Popular Music and Variety—and nurtures the next generation of audiences and artists from across Canada. The NAC is located in the National Capital Region on the unceded territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation.

At the National Arts Centre, we believe the performing arts are vital to the human experience. A house of dreams for the Canadian performing arts, we work with artists and arts organizations from across this land to revitalize our sector.

Curious to learn more? Read our 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, The Journey Ahead.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Anti-Racism and Accessibility: We are on a journey, committed to ensuring that equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, anti-racism and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples will guide our actions.

The NAC welcomes applications from candidates who can help us meet our vision, and contribute to the diversity of lived experiences, perspectives, and approaches. When you join the NAC, you will be part of an inclusive community working hard to dismantle barriers to employees’ well-being, access, potential, and success. The NAC actively seeks candidates who identify as women, Indigenous, Black, Persons of Colour (IBPoC), members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and people with disabilities. We encourage you to self-identify in the recruitment process.

Job Number: J0526-0708

Job Title: PLUMBER/MECHANIC

Employment Type: Full-Time continuing

Job Category: Operations

Open Positions: 1

Posting Date: May 28, 2026

Language Requirement: Bilingual is an asset

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (40 hours per week, based on the 2025 collective agreement)

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the incumbent is responsible for performing a range of duties including but not limited to inspect, repair and maintain plumbing or mechanical systems, perform trouble shooting and emergency repairs, accompany inspectors and coordinate contractors, maintain cleanliness of work areas, care for tools and equipment, prepare required reports, and perform other duties as required. The incumbent also performs emergency work and performs other tasks, as requested.

Skill Requirements

Successful completion of a high school diploma;

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a related plumber position or a related millwright position;

Must possess and provide proof of a valid Plumber Certificate of Qualifications or a valid Construction Millwright Certificate of Qualifications;

Good organizational skills, initiative and autonomy;

Ability to follow directions and work with limited supervision;

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a good working relationship with colleagues and clients;

Ability to work under pressure and to react quickly in emergency situations;

Must be able to stand & exert well paced mobility for up to 8 hours;

Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill tasks;

WHMIS training a definite asset and will be required upon hire;

Training in vibration analysis, balancing and greasing knowledge/training is an asset;

Bilingual in both official languages (English and French), oral and written is an asset;

A past record of satisfactory attendance and punctuality is a requirement.

*Regular attendance at work is an expectation of employment and an essential part of every job.

Who Can Apply Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

As part of NAC's interview process, in-person interviews may be required. Please ensure to have the most up-to-date information on your résumé including your current email address.

While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted by us.

The National Arts Centre (NAC) is committed to inclusive employee recruitment and selection. The NAC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please inform us as soon as possible and we will make every effort to fulfill your accommodation request.

The successful candidate will be required to provide the original or a true certified copy of their education credentials as appropriate, along with proof of a valid Criminal Background Check as a condition of employment.

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