gas fitter-installer

Manpower Services Canada Limit; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gas services provider in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, seeks a Gas Fitter for a permanent position. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining gas lines, advising clients on safety, and preparing quotes. Candidates must have a Secondary school graduation certificate and a Gas Fitter Certificate. This role is physically demanding and requires strong communication skills. Valid driver's license and a clean criminal record are also necessary.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.
• Valid driver's license is necessary.
• Criminal record check mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Measure and mark reference points for gas line installation.
• Install and maintain gas meters and regulators.
• Prepare tenders and quotations for clients.
• Advise clients on maintenance and safety features.
• Test and adjust control mechanisms for gas systems.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Positive attitude

Judgement

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Gas Fitter Certificate - Level 2 or B

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Various locations
• Commercial
• Residential

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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Gas Fitter Certificate - Level 2 or B

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

Work Term

• Permanent

Work Language

• English

Hours

• 37.5 to 44 hours per week