pipefitter-steamfitter

Government of Canada; St. Andrews; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Pipefitter to join their team. This role involves selecting, measuring, and installing piping systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with a team of professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pipefitting, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to essential projects while enjoying a supportive work culture that values safety and teamwork. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding position, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in pipefitting and related trades.
• Certification in Steamfitting and Pipefitting required.

Responsibilities

• Select, measure, cut, and thread pipes for installation.
• Liaise with management and instruct apprentices.
• Install and maintain piping systems and associated equipment.

Skills

Pipe measurement and cutting

Welding and soldering

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Level three apprenticeship training

Level four apprenticeship training

Level five apprenticeship training

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Hard hat

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On the Road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Responsibilities

• Select, measure, cut, ream and thread pipe
• Schedule materials, tools and personnel
• Liaise with management, engineers and other trades
• Instruct apprentices
• Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment
• Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system and sprinkler and fire protection equipment, using hand and power tools
• Installs valves, alarms and associated equipment
• Join pipes and piping sections using soldering and welding equipment
• Clean and maintain pipe units and fittings and flush system
• Cut openings for pipe in walls, floors and ceilings using hand or power tools or machines
• Install supports, valves, piping and control systems
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
• Remove and replace worn components and reactivate system
• Weld, braze, cement, solder and thread joints to join pipes and fabricate sections of piping system
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Driver's License
• Steamfitter and Pipefitter Trade Certification
• Steamfitter and Pipefitter Red Seal Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Confined Space Entry Training
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course

Apprenticeship Training

• Level three apprenticeship training
• Level four apprenticeship training
• Level five apprenticeship training

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Basic security clearance
• Drug test
• Driver's validity licence check
• Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation
• Willing to travel

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye coordination

Own Tools/Equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Hard hat

Personal Suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Team player
• Reliability

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits