Work Term:

Permanent

Work Language:

English

Hours:

30 to 40 hours per week

Education:

Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience:

Experience an asset

Work site environment

Confined spaces

Wet/damp

Outdoors

Work setting:

Various locations

Commercial

Industrial

Residential

Tasks:

1. Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
2. Install, repair and maintain domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
3. Instruct apprentices
4. Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
5. Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
6. Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
7. Schedule personnel, tools and equipment
8. Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
9. Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
10. Supervise other workers
11. Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
12. Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
13. Load, unload and transport construction materials
14. Clean and pile salvaged materials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

• Plumber Red Seal Certificate
• Gas Fitter Red Seal Certificate
• Security and safety Basic security clearance
• Driving record check (abstract)

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Physically demanding

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Hand-eye co-ordination

Handling heavy loads

Overtime required

Fast-paced environment

Repetitive tasks

Tight deadlines

Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment:

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability:

Accurate

Client focus

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Judgement

Team player

Flexibility

Reliability

Screening questions:

1. Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
2. Are you willing to relocate for this position?
3. Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
4. Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Health benefits:

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

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