Sr Plumbing Technician

Experience the fun of working in the entertainment industry at Canterbury Park - home to live horse racing every summer and year round action in our Card Casino, Racebook and Expo Center.

Canterbury Park offers competitive pay and an attractive benefits package for part-time team members. Our team members enjoy paid time off, floating holidays and holiday premium pay. For eligible team members, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes life, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching; robust wellness programs designed to promote overall health and well-being; and much more. Additional exciting perks include free admission to live racing events, exclusive access to special event privileges, and a wide variety of discounts at local businesses and throughout Canterbury Park. These benefits are carefully designed to not only enhance your experience at work but also contribute to a vibrant and rewarding lifestyle in the community.

Job Summary:

The Senior Plumbing Technician maintains, repairs, and installs plumbing systems throughout the property. This position is responsible for seasonal winterization and spring startup of buildings and the RV park, water system testing, and assisting with HVAC maintenance. Also supports purchasing and budgeting and works as part of the team to provide reliable, high-quality service. Responsible for supporting the Companies mission, vision, and values by providing fun and games like no place else.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead by example.


• Responsible for maintaining a high degree of hospitality, as well as a positive and professional demeanor at all times. 


• Creates high levels of morale, fosters teamwork, inspires collaboration, and provides suggestions for growth to management.


• Install some new plumbing when needed throughout the year.


• Fall winterization of up to 50 buildings and one 16-unit RV Park.


• Spring startup of buildings and RV Park.


• Chemical tests of chilled water and boiler water.


• Assist with maintaining of the HVAC systems.


• Assist the Plumbing/HVAC Manager with the purchasing and budgeting of plumbing supplies.


• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma


• 2 year technical college graduate in pipe fitting, plumbing, HVAC or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Plumbing or equivalent experience in a related field.


• Minnesota Plumbers License at a Journeyman level.


• Must be able to pass Canterbury Park’s pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, Drug Screening, and Canterbury Park’s Safe Driving Policy.


• Must be able to attain a Minnesota Racing Commission (MRC) license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minnesota Boilers License


• Experience with boiler operation and maintenance.


• Experience with plumbing and irrigation systems.


• Experience with Building Automation and Lighting Systems.


• Experience testing and resetting dry sprinkler systems.


• Additional experience in HVAC, welding, electrical, or other mechanical systems is a plus.


• Relevant licenses or certifications, such as Aquatic Facilities Operator, RPZ Tester, EPA Refrigerant, or Boiler Operator, are preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Comfortable working at heights up to 80 feet using lift equipment and on flat roofs up to 100 feet.


• Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.


• Able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, including occasional smoking environments.


• Able to frequently stand, walk, bend, twist, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, and reach overhead.


• Able to use ladders up to 12 feet and climb up to 5 flights of stairs.


• Able to work occasionally in ceilings and other confined spaces.


• Able to lift and work with 25-pound loads for up to 4 hours and lift up to 100 pounds for short periods.


• Frequent use of hands and wrists is required.


• Must be able to safely operate equipment such as Genie lifts, scissor lifts, an 80-foot JLG lift, compressors, Bobcats, and John Deere sweepers.