University of Toronto

Steamfitter- Temporary

5 days ago

PayCompetitive
LocationToronto/Ontario
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 42934

      Date Posted: 05/13/2025
      Req ID:42934
      Faculty/Division: Asst VP - Operations & Services
      Department: F.&S. Bldgs & Grounds -03
      Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

      Description:

      General Description of Class:

      Under general supervision, the incumbent performs a variety of steam fitting work in the area of responsibility.

      Typical Duties:

      The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and the extent of responsibility involved in this job. They in no way limit

      the incumbent to the tasks indicated:

      a) installs, removes or repairs piping system; steam heating system; hot water systems; high temperature hot water system; condensate.

      piping; air lines; natural gas lines; converters; coils; pressure reducing valves; vacuum systems;

      b) cleans up after work performed; and

      c) other related duties as required.

      MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

      Education:

      • High school graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience.

      • Must be a Red Seal Journeyperson Steamfitter/Pipefitter.

      • Must possess a Natural Gas license.

      • Must be able to work from blueprints / shop drawings.

      • Must be capable of physically demanding work (inside & outside).

      • Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act as it pertains to Trade Regulations –Working at heights training.

      Experience:

      • Experience working in a school, college or university preferred.

      • Must have thorough knowledge of piping systems for steam, hot water, gas and air.

      • Industrial & Construction; training in asbestos, WHMIS and confined space, restricted space and hot space

      • environments.

      • Tickets in the following welding processes would be an asset, 6010 root and 7018 cap and S.S.

      Other:

      • Must have strong customer service, interpersonal and communication skills.

      • Advanced trouble shooting and problem solving skills are required.

      • Basic skills in planning and scheduling of maintenance work are required.

      • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written); ability to work in a team environment and independently; keep up-to-date with changing technology and techniques pursuant to the trade and proficiency with computer software is an asset.

      Please note: This posting is for a temporary position not to exceed 1 year.

      Closing Date: 05/25/2025,11:59PM ET
      Employee Group: Hourly
      Appointment Type: Budget - Term
      Schedule: Full-Time
      Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
      Job Category: Facilities/Ancilliary Services

  • About the company

      The University of Toronto is a public research university in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, located on the grounds that surround Queen's Park.