- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 1 to less than 7 months
Work setting
Various locationsCommercialIndustrialInstitutionalResidentialConstruction site
Tasks
Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systemsLocate 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 equipmentSchedule personnel, tools and equipmentTest pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gaugesDetermine piping system requirements and pipe sizingSupervise other workersMeasure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
Supervision
1 to 2 people
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demandingBending, crouching, kneelingHandling heavy loads
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety bootsHard hat
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationTeam player
Green job
Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week