Location: Greater Vancouver, BC

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $20.00 to $40.00, based on apprenticeship level and relevant experience

About the Position

Nextherm. is looking for a reliable and experienced Apprentice Plumber to join our team. This position focuses on hydronic heating work in occupied residential buildings and tenant-occupied suites.

The successful candidate must have previous experience working professionally and respectfully inside occupied units. Experience with hydronic radiators, system balancing is essential.

Responsibilities

- Install, replace and connect hydronic radiators
- Install hydronic heating supply and return piping
- Hands-on experience installing WT heat pump systems
- Install and insulate piping according to project specifications
- Assist with filling, flushing, purging and commissioning hydronic systems
- Balance hydronic heating systems and troubleshoot uneven heat or flow issues
- Install and service valves, circulators, fittings and related hydronic components
- Read drawings, specifications and work instructions
- Identify leaks, airlocks and other system performance issues
- Protect floors, walls, furniture and residents’ belongings while working
- Keep occupied suites and common areas clean, secure and organized
- Communicate respectfully with tenants, building managers and other trades
- Follow company procedures, the BC Plumbing Code and applicable safety requirements
- Perform other plumbing and hydronic duties as assigned by the supervising journeyperson

Required Qualifications

- Registered Apprentice Plumber with SkilledTradesBC
- Previous plumbing or hydronic heating experience
- Demonstrated experience working inside tenant-occupied residential units mandatory




- Hands-on experience installing hydronic radiators
- Working knowledge of hydronic system balancing
- Experience installing and insulating hydronic piping
- Ability to use plumbing tools and equipment safely
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending and working in confined areas
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to clean workmanship
- Professional communication and customer-service skills
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Valid Class 5 BC driver’s licence and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications

- Second-, third- or fourth-year plumbing apprentice
- Experience with multi-unit residential or retrofit projects
- Experience with copper, PEX and steel hydronic piping
- Familiarity with pumps, zone valves, control valves and thermostatic radiator valves
- Current WHMIS, First Aid or other relevant safety training
- Own basic hand tools

What We Offer
- Competitive hourly wage based on apprenticeship level and experience
- Full-time, steady work
- Apprenticeship hours and opportunities for continued training

How to Apply Please apply through Indeed with your résumé and include:
- Your SkilledTradesBC registration status
- A brief description of your hydronic heating experience
- Details of your experience working in occupied residential suites

Only applicants with previous experience working in tenant-occupied units and hands-on hydronic heating experience will be considered. Nextherm. is an equal-opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $20.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- In office gym
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Plumber Apprentice (Vancouver)
🏢 Nextherm.
📍 Vancouver