- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 5 years or more
Work site environment
Wet/damp
Work setting
Various locationsCommercialResidential
Tasks
Install domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systemsRead blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systemsInstruct apprenticesLocate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floorsCut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittingsJoin pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipmentTest pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gaugesDetermine piping system requirements and pipe sizingSupervise other workersEstimate costs and materialsMeasure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
Supervision
5-10 people
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demandingBending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
AccurateEfficient interpersonal skillsTeam player
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?Are you available for shift or on-call work?Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?Are you willing to relocate for this position?Do you have experience working in this field?Do you live near the job location?
Health benefits
Dental planHealth care planVision care benefits
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week