Journeyman Plumber

Rockport Group; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cardinal Mechanical, the plumbing division of Rockport, seeks a Journeyperson Plumber to lead complex installations on Winnipeg's multi-family residential builds. You will map rough-ins, ensure Manitoba Plumbing Code compliance, and guide apprentices on site, taking pride in clean, compliant workmanship.

This full-time position offers stability, on-site collaboration with Nitro Electric and other trades, and a clear path to site leadership as you prove your skills and reliability.

Qualifications

• Certification: Valid Journeyperson Plumber certification (Red Seal) required.
• Strong knowledge of commercial/multi-family mechanical systems.
• Physical fitness for heavy lifting and on-site work.
• Safety-first mindset with attention to detail.
• Mobility: Manitoba driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex plumbing installations, assemblies, rough-ins and trim-out in multi-unit buildings.
• Read and interpret master mechanical blueprints and schematics for accurate layouts.
• Troubleshoot plumbing or routing issues and implement quick, effective solutions.
• Operate plumbing tools, power tools, and related welding/soldering equipment safely.
• Collaborate on-site with structural teams, Nitro Electric and other trades to ensure timely project integration.
• Ensure compliance with the Manitoba Plumbing Code and safety regulations on all work.

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Vision insurance

Why Cardinal Mechanical?

At Cardinal Mechanical, the proud plumbing division of Rockport, we don't just offer a job—we provide an industry-leading package designed to give you long-term security, premium compensation, and personal perks. If you’re tired of the typical mechanical contractor grind, look at what we do differently:

• Zero Layoffs & 100% Internal Stability: Say goodbye to seasonal slowdowns or stress between projects. We work exclusively on Rockport's internal pipeline of projects, ensuring guaranteed, full-time hours 12 months a year.
• Premium, Above-Market Pay: We value top-tier talent and prove it where it matters most. Our hourly compensation packages are built to beat industry standards.
• One Team, Same Goal: We operate primarily alongside our own internal divisions—like Nitro Electric—we work as a unified internal team. Everyone is on the same page, working toward the same goal, making your job smoother, faster, and way less frustrating.
• Exclusive Discounted Apartment Rates: Looking for a premium place to live? Our crew gets exclusive, discounted rental rates on the modern buildings we build and manage right here in Winnipeg.
• Fast-Track to Leadership: We are growing rapidly and looking for our future site leaders. If you prove your technical skills and work ethic on-site, you will be fast-tracked directly into a Foreman or Site Supervisor role.
• 100% Winnipeg-Based Projects: No long highway hauls, out-of-province travel, or living out of hotel rooms. You are home with your family every single night.
• An Unmatched Team Culture: We leave the attitudes at the door. Enjoy an energetic, safe, and collaborative work environment alongside regular company events and team get-togethers.

About the Role

We are actively seeking a skilled, self-motivated Journeyperson Plumber to act as a critical driver on our large-scale multi-family residential and apartment builds across Winnipeg. In this role, you will lead complex installations, map out rough-ins, ensure strict code compliance, and help guide the apprentices on site. We want a pro who takes pride in clean mechanical work and is hungry to step up into site management.

Key Responsibilities

• System Installation & Rough-ins: Lead the installation, assembly, layout, and trim-out of complex plumbing, drainage, venting, and water distribution systems in multi-unit apartment complexes.
• Blueprint & Schematic Mastery: Accurately read and interpret master mechanical blueprints, architectural schematics, and technical drawings to efficiently map out layouts.
• Technical Problem Solving: Troubleshoot and diagnose unexpected plumbing or structural routing issues on-site, executing quick and effective solutions.
• Tool Proficiency & Craftsmanship: Safely and expertly operate specialized plumbing tools, power tools, and relevant welding/soldering equipment.
• On-Site Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with structural teams, electrical divisions (Nitro Electric), and other trades to ensure smooth, on-time project integration.
• Safety & Code Ownership: Ensure all mechanical and plumbing work flawlessly complies with the Manitoba Plumbing Code and provincial safety regulations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Certification: Valid Journeyperson Plumber certification (Red Seal required).
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of commercial/multi-family mechanical systems. Experience with multi-family wood-frame or concrete residential builds is a major asset.
• Physical Capabilities: Physically fit and capable of handling heavy lifting, standing for extended periods, and working comfortably on ladders or active construction layouts.
• Mindset: A strong safety-first attitude, attention to detail, and a natural ability to work independently or lead a team on-site.
• Mobility: A valid Manitoba driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle to travel to various job sites within Winnipeg.