plumber apprentice

Richardson Wes Heating & Plumbing; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local plumbing service provider in Vancouver is hiring a plumbing technician. The role involves installing and repairing plumbing fixtures in commercial and residential settings. Candidates should have a Registered Apprenticeship certificate and relevant experience. Strong client focus and physical capability are necessary for this demanding role. This position offers a permanent contract with required vehicle supply.

Benefits

Gasoline paid

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years experience or equivalent experience required.
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D) mandatory.
• Pre-apprenticeship, Level one and two apprenticeship training completed.

Responsibilities

• Install plumbing fixtures and systems for various settings.
• Repair plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Cut openings in walls and floors for pipes.

Skills

Client focus

Accurate

Judgement

Team player

Education

Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview

Work Term: Permanent

Work Language: English

Hours: 64 to 88 hours bi-weekly

Education: Registered Apprenticeship certificate

Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Confined spaces

Work setting

• Various locations
• Commercial
• Residential

Tasks

• Install domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
• Repair domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

Apprenticeship training

• Pre-apprenticeship training
• Level one apprenticeship training
• Level two apprenticeship training

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Hand-eye coordination

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Judgement
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current level of study?

Financial benefits

• Gasoline paid