Commercial Plumber (3rd Year Apprentice to Journeyperson)

Wiehler Mechanical Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Tool program

Free Friday breakfasts

Employee and family events

Job summary

Wiehler Mechanical Ltd. in Calgary is hiring plumbers at all levels, from 3rd year apprentice to journeyperson, to install plumbing in commercial buildings from groundworks to finished installations.

Apprentices work under journeypersons and progress toward their ticket, while journeypersons lead on site, organize materials, run sub-scopes and mentor apprentices. Competitive hourly pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Registration as a 3rd or 4th year plumbing apprentice in good standing with at least 2 years of commercial plumbing experience.
• Journeyperson Plumber certification with 3–5 years of commercial plumbing experience.
• Solid knowledge of commercial plumbing systems, tools and materials.
• Good mechanical skills and strong problem-solving ability.
• Clear communication and ability to work independently or as part of a crew.
• Physical ability to lift heavy materials, perform manual labour and work in confined spaces.
• A valid driver’s licence and a clean driver’s abstract.
• Strong commitment to safety and company policies.
• The drive to keep learning and growing in the trade.

Responsibilities

• Complete groundworks, rough‑ins and new plumbing system installations in commercial buildings.
• Work from blueprints, schematics and technical drawings.
• Cut, thread and bend pipe, and assemble, install and secure pipe, fittings and fixtures to specification.
• Pressure-test systems with air and water gauges to find leaks and other issues.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot plumbing problems.
• Work alongside journeypersons, project managers and other trades.
• Follow local plumbing codes, safety regulations and company procedures on every job.
• Keep your tools, equipment and work area clean and organized.
• Organize materials and labour, and lead sub‑scopes on site.
• Mentor apprentices with hands‑on training and day‑to‑day guidance.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

3rd/4th year plumbing apprentice registration

Journeyperson Plumber certification

Job description

Earn $35.00–$55.00 per hour, depending on your apprenticeship level, skills and experience. You’ll also get health and dental benefits, a matching RRSP, a tool program, and a steady Monday–Friday schedule.

What You Get

• Pay: $35.00–$55.00/hour, based on your level, skillset and experience
• Hours: Monday to Friday, typically between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM
• Benefits: Health and dental coverage, plus RRSP matching
• Tools: A company tool program to support your day-to-day work
• Growth: Career development and real opportunities to advance, from apprentice to journeyperson and beyond
• Culture: A supportive, team-oriented workplace, free Friday breakfasts, and events for employees and their families

The Role

Our Commercial division is growing, and we’re hiring plumbers at every stage from 3rd year apprentice to journeyperson. You’ll install plumbing systems in commercial buildings, from groundworks and rough‑ins through finished installations. Apprentices work under our journeypersons and build toward their ticket. Journeypersons take the lead on site: they organize materials and labour, run sub‑scopes, and mentor the next generation of plumbers.

On the Job, You’ll:

• Complete groundworks, rough‑ins and new plumbing system installations in commercial buildings
• Work from blueprints, schematics and technical drawings
• Cut, thread and bend pipe, and assemble, install and secure pipe, fittings and fixtures to specification
• Pressure-test systems with air and water gauges to find leaks and other issues
• Diagnose and troubleshoot plumbing problems
• Work alongside journeypersons, project managers and other trades
• Follow local plumbing codes, safety regulations and company procedures on every job
• Keep your tools, equipment and work area clean and organized

Journeypersons will also:

• Organize materials and labour, and lead sub‑scopes on site
• Mentor apprentices with hands‑on training and day‑to‑day guidance

What You Need:

• Apprentices: Registration as a 3rd or 4th year plumbing apprentice in good standing, with at least 2 years of commercial plumbing experience
• Journeypersons: Journeyperson Plumber certification, with at least 3–5 years of commercial plumbing experience. Leadership experience is preferred.
• Solid knowledge of commercial plumbing systems, tools and materials
• Good mechanical skills and strong problem-solving ability
• Clear communication, and comfort working independently or as part of a crew
• The physical ability to lift heavy materials, do manual labour and work in confined spaces
• A valid driver’s licence and a clean driver’s abstract
• A strong commitment to safety and company policies
• The drive to keep learning and growing in the trade

About Wiehler Mechanical

Calgary communities have trusted Wiehler Mechanical Ltd. for reliable, high-quality plumbing and HVAC work for more than 45 years. We build lasting relationships, and we put our team and our customers first. Teamwork, integrity and personal accountability guide how we work, and we know our reputation is built on the skill and dedication of our tradespeople. That’s why we invest in their learning and stand behind them.