plumber, (non-construction) maintenance and repair

Government of Canada; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled plumber to install and repair plumbing systems in various settings. The ideal candidate will have trade certifications and experience in managing plumbing tasks. Responsibilities include supervising staff and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role requires physical endurance and excellent communication skills, making it perfect for a dedicated professional looking to advance their career.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Bonus

Gasoline paid

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience required.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair plumbing fixtures and systems.
• Read blueprints and determine plumbing system layout.
• Supervise 1 to 2 workers.

Skills

Client focus

Team player

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Accurate

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Other trades 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 site environment

• Confined spaces
• Wet/damp

Work setting

• Various locations
• Commercial
• Residential

Responsibilities 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
• Instruct apprentices
• 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
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Aerial lift and aerial work platform Certification
• Backflow prevention Certification
• Plumber Trade Certification
• First Aid Certificate
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• Natural Gas License
• Plumber Red Seal Certificate
• Gas Fitter Red Seal Certificate

Additional information Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• 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 co-ordination
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Work under pressure

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Gasoline paid
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Transportation provided by employer