gas fitter-installer

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

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Responsibilities

Tasks

• Install gas heating units and their components
• Measure and mark reference points for installation of gas lines and equipment
• Service gas heating units and their components
• Install and maintain meters and regulators and gas lines between gas unit and gas meter
• Repair and service gas appliances and related equipment
• Advise clients regarding standards, safety features and maintenance of gas units and systems
• Study drawings and specifications to determine the layout of the installation and materials required
• Test and adjust control mechanisms and check pipes and piping connections for gas leaks using gas detecting devices
• Install and service propane and natural gas filling stations
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Test and replace defective equipment or components

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Gas Fitter Trade Certification
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Team player
• Positive attitude

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available