plumber

VR PLUS CONSTRUCTION LTD.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in construction seeks skilled plumbing professionals to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for installing and repairing plumbing fixtures across domestic, commercial, and industrial settings. You will read blueprints to determine the layout of plumbing systems and supervise other workers to ensure efficient operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to impactful projects, all while being part of a collaborative and dynamic work environment. If you have a passion for plumbing and a commitment to quality, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in installing and repairing plumbing fixtures and systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and determine plumbing layouts.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair plumbing fixtures in various settings.
• Read and interpret blueprints for plumbing systems layout.
• Supervise and schedule personnel and equipment.

Skills

Plumbing installation

Blueprint reading

Repairing plumbing systems

Supervision

Cost estimation

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

CADD software

Welding equipment

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tasks

• Install domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
• Repair domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
• Prepare tenders and quotations
• Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
• Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
• Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
• Schedule personnel, tools and equipment
• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
• Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
• Supervise other workers
• Estimate costs and materials
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size

Work conditions and physical capabilities