Journeyperson or Apprentice Gas Fitter

Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Benefits package

Tool allowance

Uniform provided

RRSP Match

Safety focused

Year-round work

Training & development

Social responsibility

Job summary

Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited is seeking a skilled gasfitter for installation, inspection and maintenance of heating equipment (NG/LP) across residential, commercial, and industrial sites. You will work with regulators, tests, and service components while communicating with clients and teammates.

The role requires at least one year in a Gas Fitter apprenticeship and a valid Class 5 license. Journeyperson status is an asset; some duties involve construction heaters and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least one year of a Gas Fitter apprenticeship program.
• Journeyperson ticket is an asset.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, service and repair heating equipment in shop or field.
• Experience with temporary construction heaters would be an asset.
• Knowledge of designing and installing temporary heating systems at construction sites would be an asset.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, codes and practices for LP/NG use would be an asset.
• Ability to read/understand building and mechanical plans and other technical documents would be an asset.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with abstract in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, repair and maintain heating equipment (NG and LP).
• Work with regulators and heating units in residential, commercial and industrial establishments.
• Test and replace defective heating equipment.
• Communicate with clients and internal teams about standards and maintenance.
• Prepare reports on work performed and equipment condition.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Gasfitting experience

Customer communication

Education

Gas Fitter apprenticeship

Journeyperson ticket (asset)

Tools

Gas detectors

Test equipment

Job description

Build your Career at Cooper Equipment Rentals

We are looking for customer-oriented, motivated individuals to join our professional team.

Please note, to be considered for this position applicants should currently be residing in Canada and legally entitled to work.

Why Work with Us? Perks!

• Competitive salary, with overtime available
• Excellent benefit package with premiums paid by the company
• Tool allowance
• Uniform, safety boots/shoes, safety gear provided
• RRSP Match
• Safety-minded organization
• Stable, year-round employment
• Continuous training, learning and development opportunities
• Fun-loving work environment with strong social responsibility

What You’ll Be Doing Duties and Responsibilities

• Installation, inspection, repair and maintenance of heating equipment both NG and LP.
• Also working with regulators and heating units in residential, commercial and industrial establishments.
• Testing and replacement of defective heating equipment.
• Be able to work alone with direction from Journeyman Gasfitter.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills with the ability to converse with a wide variety of customers and internal resources.
• Measure and mark reference points for installation of gas lines and equipment.
• Install, maintain and service gas heating units and their components, such as burners, valves, and automatic controls.
• Test and replace defective equipment or components.
• Test and adjust control mechanisms and check pipes and piping connections for gas leaks using gas detecting devices.
• Attend to gas escape calls.
• Prepare reports on work performed and condition of equipment.
• Advise clients regarding standards, safety features and maintenance of gas units and systems.
• May repair and service gas appliances and related equipment.
• Check equipment for damage upon return, report damage and fill out service tags for all returned equipment.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspection of vehicle.

What You’ll Bring to the Team Qualifications and Requirements

• Must have completed at least one year of a Gas Fitter apprenticeship program.
• Journeyperson ticket is an asset.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, service and repair a variety of heating equipment in the shop or field.
• Experience with temporary construction heaters (direct and indirect fired, hydronic, electrical etc.) would be an asset.
• Knowledge of designing and installing temporary heating systems at construction sites using natural gas, propane and diesel equipment would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the safety regulations, codes and practices regarding LP/NG use, equipment servicing, permitting and installation at construction sites would be an asset.
• Ability to read/understand building and mechanical plans, job specifications and other technical documents would be an asset.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with abstract in good standing.

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At Cooper Equipment Rentals, we believe our people are our greatest strength.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and accessible workplace where everyone has an equitable opportunity to succeed.

If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

We use AI-assisted technology to support parts of our recruitment process; however, all hiring decisions are made by our team using human judgment.

Pay Range: $27.00 - $34.00 per hour

Location: 20130B Stewart Crescent Maple Ridge, BC V2X 0T4

At Cooper Equipment Rentals, it’s about more than equipment - it’s the people behind it.

Proudly Canadian owned since 1972, we are one professional team driven by honesty, reliability, and fresh thinking.

We’re known for top-quality equipment, but what truly sets us apart is our expertise, customer service, and safety-first mindset.

Every role at Cooper plays a part in building and maintaining the communities we live and work in.

If you’re looking for a workplace where your contributions matter, your ideas are valued, and your career can grow with a company that’s going places — welcome to the Cooper Difference.