Overview

Languages

English

Education

- Other trades certificate or diploma
- or equivalent experience
- Plumbing technology/plumber
- Plumbing and related water supply services, other

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

- Confined spaces
- Wet/damp

Work setting

- Various locations
- Commercial
- Residential
- Construction site

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Install domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
- Repair domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
- Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
- Instruct apprentices
- Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
- Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
- Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
- Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
- Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
- Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
- Ensure electrical and plumbing installations meet government regulation




- Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs

Supervision

- 1 to 2 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Plumber Red Seal Certificate

Experience and specialization

Types of systems

- Plumbing, cold water and drain lines

Parts specialization

- Plumbing

Additional information

Security and safety

- Bondable
- Basic security clearance
- Criminal record check
- Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

- Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

- Physically demanding
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Handling heavy loads
- Large workload
- Work under pressure

Own tools/equipment

- Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

- Accurate
- Client focus
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Judgement
- Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other perks

- Free parking available
- Other benefits

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