Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience
5 years or more
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Install domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
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Repair domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
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Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
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Instruct apprentices
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Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
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Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
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Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
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Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
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Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
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Supervise other workers
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Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
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Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
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Perform routine maintenance work
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Load, unload and transport construction materials
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Help with the installation, the assembly, and repairs to equipment
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Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Plumber Trade Certification
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Working at heights training
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CPR Certificate
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Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
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Plumber Red Seal Certificate
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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Types of systems
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Plumbing, cold water and drain lines
Policy and program experience
Equipment and machinery experience
Parts specialization
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
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Own vehicle
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Vehicle supplied by employer
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Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Physically demanding
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Hand-eye co-ordination
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Handling heavy loads
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Overtime required
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Manual dexterity
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Attention to detail
Own tools/equipment
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Tools
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Steel-toed safety boots
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Cellular phone
Personal suitability
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Accurate
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Dependability
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Reliability
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Hardworking
Benefits
Financial benefits
Other benefits
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Learning/training paid by employer
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Transportation provided by employer
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for Veterans
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Veterans
- Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market
- Offers flexible onboarding options to allow Veterans to gradually adapt to the civilian workplace (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities, etc.)
Supports for visible minorities
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
- Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
- Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.