Journeyman Plumber

About the role

Silent-Aire, a division of Johnson Controls, is looking for a Journeyman Plumber to handle the installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing and heating systems in a large manufacturing environment. The work covers air conditioning, humidifiers, gas lines, water pipes and sewer utilities, as well as compressed air lines, compressors and vacuum pumps.

Key responsibilities

• Install commercial and in-house plumbing assemblies into in-process HVAC equipment.
• Review blueprints and specifications, keeping drawings updated with changes and additions.
• Tend plumbing, air and vacuum issues so production equipment keeps running.
• Take part in construction and remodeling projects involving plumbing, air conditioning or gas fitting.
• Maintain and run preventive maintenance programs, including cleaning of plumbing, heating and air conditioning equipment.
• Propose changes to plans to improve production and efficiency of sanitation facilities.
• Assist in training, directing and supervising junior employees and apprentices, and inspect and certify their work.
• Perform plumbing inventory and order parts, review coding accuracy of builds, and set up and test finished HVAC equipment.
• Provide technical assistance and emergency response to existing facilities, and keep detailed maintenance and safety records.
• Work according to the company's safety program and Alberta occupational health and safety regulations.

Required profile

• Industrial Plumber trade certification, 5th-period apprentice status and progress toward an Industrial Plumber Red Seal certificate.
• College, CEGEP, vocational or technical training preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a busy environment, under pressure, and to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs; travel to off-site locations and overtime may be required; 24/7 availability may be needed.