gas fitter-installer

Government of Canada; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment focused on gas fitting and installation. This role involves measuring and marking reference points, installing and maintaining gas lines, and advising clients on safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess a secondary school graduation certificate and a Gas Fitter Certificate. If you thrive in physically demanding roles and enjoy working in various settings, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you. Embrace the challenge and contribute to ensuring safety and efficiency in gas systems.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in gas fitting and installation.
• Must hold a valid Gas Fitter Certificate - Level 2 or B.

Responsibilities

• Measure and mark reference points for gas line installation.
• Install and maintain gas meters and regulators.

Skills

Gas line installation

Client advising

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Gas Fitter Certificate - Level 2 or B

Tools

Gas detecting devices

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Various locations
• Commercial
• Residential

Responsibilities Tasks

• Measure and mark reference points for installation of gas lines and equipment
• Install and maintain meters and regulators and gas lines between gas unit and gas meter
• Prepare tenders and quotations
• Repair and service gas appliances and related equipment
• Advise clients regarding standards, safety features and maintenance of gas units and systems
• Test and adjust control mechanisms and check pipes and piping connections for gas leaks using gas detecting devices
• Estimate costs and materials
• Install and service propane and natural gas filling stations
• Test and replace defective equipment or components

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Gas Fitter Certificate - Level 2 or B

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Team player
• Positive attitude