Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
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Prepare tenders and quotations
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Instruct apprentices
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Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
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Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
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Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
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Schedule personnel, tools and equipment
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Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
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Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
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Supervise other workers
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Estimate costs and materials
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Operate CADD and other computer software systems
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Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
Supervision
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Physically demanding
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Hand-eye co-ordination
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Handling heavy loads
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Large workload
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Overtime required
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Work under pressure
Personal suitability
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Accurate
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Client focus
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Judgement
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Team player
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.