Plumber

Job Overview

Work term:

Permanent.

Work language:

English.

Hours:

40 to 50 per week. Work setting:
Various locations.

• Install domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
• Repair domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
• Instruct apprentices
• Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
• Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
• Schedule personnel, tools and equipment
• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
• Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
• Supervise other workers
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size

• Education:
  
  Registered Apprenticeship certificate
• Experience:
  
  5 years or more
• Supervision experience: 1 to 2 people

• Plumber Trade Certification
• Security and safety
• Driving record check (abstract)

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

• Own tools / equipment
• Steel-toed safety boots

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Team player

• Day
• Overtime available

• Health benefits
• Dental plan
• Disability advantages
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits
• Financial benefits
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance