Plumber

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Skills and Abilities

Work setting
- Commercial
- Residential
- Construction site
Tasks
- Install 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
- Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
- Install gas heating units and their components
Certificates, licences, memberships, and coursesﾠ
- Plumber Trade Certification
- Plumber Red Seal Certificate
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Physically demanding
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Hand-eye co-ordination
- Handling heavy loads
Own tools/equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Hard hat
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Team player
Screening questions
- Do you have experience working in this field?
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Disability benefits
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits