Job Description
Company: Smith and Long
Location: Kitchener-Waterloo & surrounding areas
Union Affiliation: UA Local 527 / UA Local 787
The Mission
At Smith and Long, we don't just "show up." We operate with Extreme Ownership and a "Prove It" culture. We are looking for a dual-licensed Service Plumber and G1 Combustion Technician who thrives in a high-accountability environment and possesses the Start-up Agility to navigate complex industrial and commercial challenges. If you are looking for a place to simply punch a clock, this isn't it. If you are looking to master your craft alongside the best in the business, keep reading.
Expected Outcomes (The KPIs)
To be successful in this role, you must achieve the following within your first 12 months:
• Technical Excellence: Maintain a 95%+ "First-Time Fix" rate on service calls across both plumbing and high-input combustion systems.
• Compliance Mastery: Ensure 100% of TSSA and union documentation is submitted accurately and on time, reflecting our commitment to the RESPONSE standard.
• Safety Leadership: Zero safety infractions. You don't just follow the rules; you own the safety of the site and your team.
• Operational Efficiency: Optimize route and material management to reduce "windshield time" and waste, treating company resources as if they were your own.
Competencies & Role Requirements
• Dual-Threat Expertise: You must hold a valid Ontario 306A Plumber License AND a G1 Gas Fitter certification. Certification or work based knowledge
• Industrial Grit: Experience servicing high-input burners and complex industrial hydronic systems.
• Extreme Ownership: You take full responsibility for the outcome of every service call, from the initial diagnostic to the final clean-up.
• Communication: You can translate complex technical issues into clear updates for both clients and the management team.
• Union Status: Active member in good standing with UA Local 527 or UA Local 787.
Our "Prove It" Culture
We offer more than just a union wage and a pension. We offer Stretch Assignments that will test your technical limits and a Mentorship environment where the highest performers are recognized. We expect you to live by our Management Vow: we provide the best tools and support; you provide the elite performance.
Smith and Long is more than a workplace, it’s a community that supports your growth and well-being. Join our team where your skills will contribute significantly to our continued success!
Salary Range: Salary per hour will be based on Local 527 or Local 787 rates.
Note: This is a vacant role available for an immediate start.
Our Human Touch: At Smith and Long, we believe great talent deserves a real look. We don’t use AI bots to screen your resume - our actual team reviews every application to find the best human for the job.
We thank you for taking the time to apply; however, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Smith and Long is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the accessibility requirements under the AODA. Accommodations are available on request during the recruitment process.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $56.78-$81.00 per hour
Licence/Certification:
• Local Union 527 or 787 Membership? (required)
Location:
• Waterloo, ON (N2L, Waterloo District) (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Applying Instructions
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• Workopolis
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• Trabajo.org
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