Plumber apprentice

Location: Central Yukon (Dawson City)

Overview
Languages

English

Education

Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years

On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work setting

Various locations

Commercial

Industrial

Residential

Construction site

Responsibilities
Tasks

Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems

Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors

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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

First Aid Certificate

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Apprenticeship training

Pre-apprenticeship training

Level one apprenticeship training

Additional information
Security and safety

Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Work under pressure

Personal suitability

Excellent oral communication

Judgement

Team player

Benefits
Health benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Life insurance

Long term benefits

Maternity and parental benefits