plumber apprentice

Government of Canada - Western; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government organization is seeking a skilled plumber to install and maintain plumbing systems at various locations. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience, be able to read blueprints, and work independently in physically demanding conditions. Benefits include health care, dental, and a retirement savings plan.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in plumbing.
• Ability to work independently and handle physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Install plumbing fixtures and systems.
• Read blueprints to determine layout.
• Test pipes for leaks.

Skills

Plumbing installation

Blueprint reading

Pipe joining

Leak testing

Pipe measuring and cutting

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities Tasks

• Install 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
• 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
• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
• Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Ability to work independently

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Other benefits