Journeyperson Plumber (Full-Time, Permanent)

Skip the long drive: build your career close to home

Are you a skilled trade professional looking for a short commute, job stability, and a supportive team environment? Imagine driving to the same beautiful seaside campus every day, parking in the same spot, and leaving behind long highway commutes or unpredictable job sites. At Brentwood, you'll work within a tight-knit, welcoming community

About the role

Reporting directly to the Facilities Manager, you will manage, maintain, and upgrade a wide range of infrastructure across our multi-building boarding school campus and off-site properties. This permanent, dynamic position will allow you to work on the following systems:

- Install, maintain, renovate and repair gas, air, water, and waste systems.
- Install, maintain, renovate and repair heating, cooling and ventilation systems
- Diagnose complex equipment defects, implement long-term solutions, and ensure all systems perform efficiently, safely, and to code
- Collaborate across the Facilities team to maintain system reliability, support emergency response needs, and keep our world-class facilities operating efficiently

Who you are

- A dedicated tradesperson who takes pride in quality workmanship and problem-solving
- A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills who thrives in a supportive, fast-paced environment
- An adaptable skilled with excellent time management skills

Why join Brentwood?

Ask anyone on our team what makes working at Brentwood special, and they will point to our exceptional culture. From day one, new team members are welcomed with open arms and fully supported as they settle into their roles. Our campus thrives on genuine camaraderie, cross-department teamwork, and a warm, inclusive spirit. (And yes—our staff regularly rave about the amazing,



chef-prepared meals served daily in our dining hall!)

- Spend your workdays maintaining and shaping a premier, modern seaside campus.
- Take pride in maintaining essential infrastructure that directly supports our educational community
- Enjoy a competitive health plan, pension contributions, paid time off, and access to our on-campus athletic centre
- Work alongside our existing team members including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and HVAC team members

Compensation & rate of pay

- Journeyperson Rate: $40 per hour
- Apprentice Consideration: Competent 3rd or 4th-year Apprentices are encouraged to apply and will be considered at competitive apprentice rates commensurate with experience and certification level

What you bring (Education, Experience & Qualifications)

- Successful completion or near completion of a recognized Journeyperson certificate in the plumbing trade
- Minimum of four (4) years of related plumbing experience
- BC Class 5 Driver's License and legal entitlement to work in Canada
- Successful clearance of a Criminal Record Check is a condition of employment
- Assets: A valid BC Gas Fitter ‘C’ license. Strong understanding of HVAC systems

Key values & attributes

- Strong commitment to safe work practices, WorkSafeBC guidelines, current plumbing codes, and proper protective gear
- Ability to respond to trouble calls or emergency situations during and outside regular business hours when required
- High level of physical conditioning, agility,



and strength required to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, twist, reach, and work comfortably outdoors in varying weather conditions

How to apply

Review the Position Profile on our website for more information about the role and submit your cover letter and résumé to [email protected] to the attention of the Manager of Human Resources by November 30, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted. We may interview qualified applicants while the posting is still open. We encourage you to apply early.

Brentwood College School is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, and we actively encourage candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our community. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
- VRSP

Application question(s):

- Due to local housing challenges and the short timeline for hiring, a strong preference will be given to local applicants within a reasonable commutable distance. If not clearly shown on your resume, please state the community you live in.

Experience:

- related plumbing: 4 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Canadian Residency or valid Canadian Work Permit (required)
- BC Class 5 Driver's License (required)
- Journeyperson Certificate in Plumbing (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Full-Time In-House Plumber (Single Site, Paid Meals & Benefits)- Mill Bay, BC
🏢 Brentwood College School
📍 Mill Bay