We foster healthy and supportive workplaces, invest in learning and development, strengthen connections across our community, and empower innovation and transformation. BCIT’s Campus Planning and Facilities department is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE ) Plumber. This position carries out planned and emergency maintenance, repair and installation of institute water, gas, drainage, air, heating systems and backflow prevention assemblies.

The problems are sometimes difficult to identify, solutions are not standard, and many are emergency calls. Priorities are established by assessing the impact on property and public safety. Establishing priorities and requirements for the Preventative Maintenance (PM) Plan, including items that need to be inspected and maintained for regulatory reasons.

Estimating labour and materials for renovations, upgrades and projects, including reviewing project drawings, sketches, and specifications and making recommendations for improvements. Communicating with individuals from a variety of departments within BCIT , and external contractors brought in to work on systems, including working with difficult or upset clients, describing problems and explaining the interrelation of complex systems. Continually learning about advances in system and equipment design, advancing technology through communicating with local suppliers, on-the-job training, adapting older systems to work with new components and parts.

Staying current on new technology and regulatory requirements including changes to standards and codes related to the profession. Preparing drawing, sketches,



layout diagrams, and estimates for internal projects and work required. Adhering to and promoting safety standards required by regulatory bodies consistent with the assigned work.

Making recommendations and suggestions for improvement to Program Coordinators on various building projects on campus. clearing stoppages in plumbing fixtures, drains, sumps and sewer lines, repairing and replacing faucets, system valves, pipes, coils and other fittings, clearing and replacing strainers, traps and filters, installing and relocating fixtures and fittings, performing minor cutting, drilling and patching of building fabric and structure. Maintaining an inventory of plumbing supplies. Coordinating and monitoring the work of contractors to ensure adherence to established standards.

A valid Trades Qualification or an Interprovincial Trades Ticket (Journey person status) plus technical education and/or certifications in the relevant building trades industry; plus two (2) years general trades experience plus up to four (4) years current relevant experience in the building trades industry. Ability to assess blueprints and make recommendations for specific trade requirements is an asset.



Solid communication and interpersonal skills are required to maintain top quality customer service standards.

Willingness to maintain currency in the field and learn on the job is essential. Basic computer training and experience is required. These are the minimum required qualifications. This position also has an irregular work week with the following shift: Sunday – Thursday from 08:00 to 15:30 (irregular work week).

Competitive pay Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan including access to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $500 if eligible! Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge Wellness and Employee Assistance programs Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. BCIT is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring individuals who have been historically underrepresented in our workforce, BCIT , and the larger community.

We strongly encourage Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+ to apply. While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Accessibility is an integral part of BCIT’s commitment to equity and inclusion.

📌 Traveling Plumbers (Burnaby)
🏢 British Columbia Institute of Technology
📍 Burnaby