JOURNEYMAN/WOMAN PLUMBER/HVAC

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 37.5 to 44 hours per week
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Experience an asset Work site environment
Outdoors
Hot
Cold/refrigerated
Work setting
~ Residential

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
Measure, cut and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment
Measure and lay out reference points for installation
Handle, recover and store refrigerants
Coach and instruct apprentices
Assemble and install refrigeration or air conditioning components
Provide customer service
Make adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing and electrical systems, and contact tradespersons for major repairs
Start up system and test for leaks using testing devices
Perform maintenance such as, recharging system with refrigerant, checking and testing regulators or calibrating system
Repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation or heat pump systems
Apprenticeship training
Level one apprenticeship training
Level two apprenticeship training
Level three apprenticeship training
Level four apprenticeship training
Level five apprenticeship training
Type of service and repair
~ Programmable logic controller (PLC)

Types of systems
~ Plumbing, cold water and drain lines

Control systems
On-board diagnostics
Energy conservation
Computerized monitoring
Electrical devices
Air conditioning and refrigeration systems
Filtration
Humidification and de-humidification system
Security and safety
~ Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information
Own vehicle
Valid driver's licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Physically demanding
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Handling heavy loads
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Standing for extended periods
Own tools/equipment
Tools
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
Accurate
Client focus
Judgement
Team player
Initiative
Dependability
Reliability
Punctuality
Screening questions
Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you live near the job location?
Workplace information
~ On the road job

Health benefits
Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Mileage paid
Piece work
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Other benefits
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Other benefits
Team building opportunities
Parking available
Travel insurance
Wellness program