Pipefitter, welding

Overview Languages
French
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.
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Work setting
Various locations
Relocation costs not covered by employer
Commercial
Institutional
Residential
Responsibilities
Tasks
Select, measure, cut, ream and thread pipe
Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment
Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system and sprinkler and fire protection equipment, using hand and power tools
Installs valves, alarms and associated equipment
Join pipes and piping sections using soldering and welding equipment
Test system for leaks using air or liquid pressure equipment
Clean and maintain pipe units and fittings and flush system
Test system for leaks using testing equipment
Weld, braze, cement, solder and thread joints to join pipes and fabricate sections of piping system
Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
~ Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Handling heavy loads
Physically demanding
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Hand-eye co-ordination
Own tools/equipment
Tools
Safety equipment/gear
Steel-toed safety boots
Hard hat
Personal suitability
Accurate
Client focus
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Judgement
Team player
Reliability
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits