Apprentice plumber
The Gentlemen Plumbers
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Registered Apprenticeship 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.
Work setting
- Residential
- Residential/client’s home
Responsibilities
Tasks
- 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
- Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems
- Read and interpret blueprints/sketches/specifications
- Professionalism in customer service
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Valid driver’s licence
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Team player
- Adaptability