plumbing installer

Education:

Registered Apprenticeship certificate. or equivalent experience.

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.
• Estimate costs and materials.
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Driver's License (Class 3 or D).

Security and safety:

Basic security clearance. Criminal record check.

Transportation/travel information:

Valid driver's licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

Physically demanding. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Hand-eye co-ordination.

Own tools/equipment:

• Safety equipment/gear.
• Steel-toed safety boots.
• Hard hat.

Personal suitability:

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

Screening questions:

1. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
2. Do you have experience working in this field?.
3. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
4. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Employment terms options:

Early morning. Evening. Shift.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Employment terms options:

Morning. On call. To be determined. Day. Weekend. Overtime required. Overtime available.

Financial benefits:

Bonus.

Other benefits:

• Learning/training paid by employer.
• Other benefits.
• Team building opportunities.
• Transportation provided by employer.