Plumber

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Commercial
• Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Install domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
• Repair 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
• Instruct apprentices
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Plumber Trade Certification
• Working at heights training
• Driver’s License (Class 3 or D)

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Team player