Plumber apprentice
Oakleaf Home Services
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience
3 years to less than 5 years
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
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
- 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
- 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
- Supervise other workers
- Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
- Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites
- Perform routine maintenance work
- Load, unload and transport construction materials
- Help with the installation, the assembly, and repairs to equipment
- Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Plumber Trade Certification
- Working at heights training
- First Aid Certificate
- Driver’s License (Class 3 or D)
Apprenticeship training
- Level one apprenticeship training
- Level two apprenticeship training
- Level three apprenticeship training
- Level four apprenticeship training
Experience and specialization
Types of systems
- Plumbing, cold water and drain lines
Policy and program experience
- Apprenticeship training
Equipment and machinery experience
- Hand tools
Parts specialization
- Plumbing
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Physically demanding
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Handling heavy loads
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Cellular phone
Personal suitability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Dependability
- Reliability
- Hardworking
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Bonus
- Commission
- Gasoline paid
Other benefits
- Transportation provided by employer