Chisholm Industries is a well-established Alberta-based mechanical contractor with nearly 50 years of experience serving commercial, institutional, healthcare, and industrial facilities. Our purpose is simple but meaningful:
To grow great people, serve essential institutions and buildings with excellence, and be a force for good in our industry, our employees’ lives, and our community.
We are known for our technical depth, strong values, long-term customer relationships, and a service culture built on trust—not pressure.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Plumbing Service Technician to support our commercial service operations. This role is ideal for a skilled, customer-focused tradesperson who takes pride in solving problems, delivering quality workmanship, and maintaining long-term client relationships.
You’ll work across commercial and institutional facilities, performing service, troubleshooting, maintenance, and small installations.
What You’ll Do
· Diagnose, repair, and maintain commercial plumbing systems
· Perform routine service and preventive maintenance
· Troubleshoot domestic water systems, fixtures, pumps, drainage, and backflow systems
· Conduct small plumbing installations, retrofits, and replacements
· Complete detailed service reports and communicate professionally with customers
· Work closely with dispatch and service leadership to ensure work is completed efficiently
· Recommend corrective actions and repair options to customers
· Represent Chisholm professionally on customer sites by providing courteous customer service
· Maintain high safety and workmanship standards
· Participate in on-call rotation as needed
What You’ll Need to Succeed - Minimum Qualifications
· Journeyperson Plumber (Alberta or Red Seal)
· 3–5+ years of commercial plumbing service experience
· Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities
· Demonstratable understanding and ability to service commercial boilers and hydronic equipment
· Demonstrated experience with courteous customer service
· Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
· Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)
· Proficient with mobile technology and applications (service programs, Microsoft Office 365, safety software, etc.) for service reports and communication
· Ability to work independently and handle field responsibilities responsibly
· Inclined to teamwork
· Fit for work
Strong Assets
· Gasfitter A certification
· Pool/recreation centre equipment and piping experience
· Backflow tester certification (AWWA/Cross Connection)
· Experience with commercial ICI buildings
· Experience with pumps, hot water systems, and hydronics
· Customer service background
· Manufacture training
Compensation & Benefits
· Competitive hourly rate + overtime opportunities
· Comprehensive benefits package
· Health Care Spending Account
· Life insurance
· Employer RRSP contributions
· Paid time off and company holidays
· Tuition reimbursement
· Company fleet vehicle
· Safety-first work environment
· Supportive, team-oriented culture
Why Join Chisholm?
· Nearly 50 years of trusted reputation in Alberta (Since 1977)
· Strong technical support and access to senior tradespeople
· Stable, year-round work
· Opportunity for training and career advancement
· A culture focused on people, professionalism, and doing the right thing
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $47.50-$55.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- commercial plumbing: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
