Plumbing and Heating Technician

Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Plumbing and Heating Technicians to provide essential engineering support to operational units. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in various environments, from local bases to international deployments. Candidates will receive comprehensive training, including military qualifications and specialized technical skills, ensuring they are well-prepared for the challenges ahead. With flexible part-time options available, this position is perfect for those looking to serve their community while developing a rewarding career in engineering. Join a team where your skills will make a real difference!

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; minimum education of Grade 10.
• Training includes Basic Military Qualification and specialized technical training.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain plumbing, heating, and fire suppression systems.
• Produce designs, specifications, and drawings for systems.

Skills

Plumbing Systems Installation

Heating Systems Maintenance

Fire Suppression Systems Installation

Gaseous Fuel Systems Maintenance

Oil Burning Equipment Maintenance

Education

Grade 10 or Secondary 4

Tools

Welding Equipment

Brazing Tools

Job description

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Overview

As a member of the military, Plumbing and Heating Technicians provide plumbing and heating engineering support to operational units at home and abroad.

The Plumbing and Heating Technician job is one of seven Construction Engineering positions involved in the supply of all construction, civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering services in support of Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operations worldwide. The primary responsibilities of the Plumbing and Heating Technician are to:

• Install and maintain interior plumbing systems
• Install and maintain interior water supply systems
• Install and maintain heating systems
• Install and maintain fire suppression systems
• Install and maintain gaseous fuel systems
• Install and maintain oil burning equipment
• Produce related designs and specifications
• Produce related drawings
• Install and maintain field ablution facilities

Work environment

Plumbing and Heating Technicians often work with environmental challenges. They maintain their skills at home units or on operational assignments. The career offers flexibility: regular force members are assigned to bases after training, with potential relocations, while reserve members serve part-time in their community, with opportunities for deployment.

Entry plans

No previous experience is required. The minimum education is Grade 10 or Secondary 4 in Quebec, including math requirements. Foreign education may be accepted.

Training

Initial training includes Basic Military Qualification at Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, and specialized technical training at the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering in Gagetown, NB, lasting approximately 22 weeks. Training covers tools, regulations, drawings, brazing, welding, heating, plumbing, gas systems, and more. Opportunities exist for further specialization.

Part-time options

This role is available part-time in the Primary Reserve at various locations. Reserve members serve part-time, often in their community, and may volunteer for deployment or relocation.

Related careers

• Electrical Distribution Technician
• Water, Fuels and Environment Technician
• Refrigeration and Mechanical Technician

Additional details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing