Red Seal Plumber

CN; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transportation is seeking a skilled Plumber and Pipefitter responsible for plumbing on new constructions or renovations. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with federal and company regulations, perform hazard assessments, and maintain plumbing, heating, and cooling systems. This unionized position offers competitive pay and benefits governed by a collective agreement.

Qualifications

• Experience in fabrication, installation, repairs, and maintenance of plumbing.
• Ability to qualify for CROR Engineering rules card and First Aid training.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

• Perform job planning and hazard assessments.
• Communicate updates and schedules with other departments.
• Layout and perform maintenance of plumbing fixtures and heating/cooling units.

Skills

Planning

Analytical

Organizational

Problem-Solving

Education

Valid plumber and pipefitter Red Seal Ticket

Valid Provincial Trade Ticket

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)

SAP

Job description

The Plumber and Pipefitter is responsible for the plumbing on new construction or renovations in accordance with federal and company regulations.

Major Responsibilities

• Perform job planning and hazard assessments prior to the start of all jobs, to ensure a safe work environment
• Communicate with other departments as required with updates and schedules on repair work
• Layout and perform all related work involved with the maintenance of plumbing fixture, heating and cooling units
• Prepare and submit required reports and detailed written work procedures, along with inspection and recording data (, back flow preventers, fire prevention equipment, environmental issues, etc.)
• Read and understand detailed drawings and sketches for various types of repair work and prepare material costs
• Recommend programs for preventive maintenance and cycles of upkeep for buildings, grounds and equipment

Working Conditions

• The role requires working away from home for extended periods
• The role requires being available on call 24 / 7 to respond to critical incidences
• Able to physically assist with other trade employees as required
• Able to work in confined spaces and at heights
• The role is partially performed outdoors in various types of weather and environmental condition
• The incumbent must be available to work overtime when necessary

Requirements

• Must be experienced in the fabrication, installation, repairs and maintenance of structures, including underground lines : water, sewer, gas, air, etc.
• Must have valid provincial Driver’s Licence
• Must have a valid plumber and pipefitter Red Seal Ticket and be prepared to produce them on demand
• Must be able to qualify for a Canadian Rail Operating Rules (CROR) Engineering rules card and First Aid training
• Must qualify in Fall Arrest, Confined Space Entry, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), aerial platforms
• Must hold a valid Provincial Trade Ticket
• Must comply with all CN Rail rules and safety regulations
• Has strong planning, analytical, organizational, problem-solving skills
• Has the ability to work safely and effectively under pressure when performing emergency repairs
• Must be physically fit (able to lift up to 50 lb)
• Must be proficient with standard office computer technology such as Microsoft Office (Word & Excel), as well as business systems such as Systems, Applications and Products (SAP)
• Must have a good knowledge of Standard Plans and Statistical Process Control (SPC’s)

Training

The Plumber and Pipefitter must complete all training sessions as directed by the company. A successful completion of this training is essential for future performance of duties.

This position is a unionized position. As such, pay and benefits are governed by the applicable collective agreement.