Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
• Install, repair and maintain domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and 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
• Supervise workers and projects
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed

Supervision

• 5-10 people
• Plumbers
• Pipefitters
• Gasfitters
• Apprentices

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Plumber Trade Certification
• Plumber Red Seal Certificate

Apprenticeship training

• Level one apprenticeship training
• Level two apprenticeship training
• Level three apprenticeship training
• Level four apprenticeship training
• Level five apprenticeship training

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver’s licence
• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Work under pressure
• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Tight deadlines

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Team player
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Organized

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits