Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On the road job
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.
Work site environment
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Dangerous
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At heights
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Confined spaces
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Wet/damp
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Noisy
Work setting
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Various locations
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Commercial
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Industrial
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Willing to relocate
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Schedule materials, tools and personnel
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Liaise with management, engineers and other trades
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Prepare tenders and quotations
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Instruct apprentices
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Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment
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Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system and sprinkler and fire protection equipment, using hand and power tools
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Installs valves, alarms and associated equipment
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Join pipes and piping sections using soldering and welding equipment
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Select, measure, cut, ream and thread pipe, install sprinkler heads and mount prepared pipe in supports
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Service and repair sprinkler system
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Supervise other workers
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Test system for leaks using air or liquid pressure equipment
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Clean and maintain pipe units and fittings and flush system
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Cut openings for pipe in walls, floors and ceilings using hand or power tools or machines
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Install supports, valves, piping and control systems
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Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
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Remove and replace worn components and reactivate system
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Select type and size of pipe required
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Test system for leaks using testing equipment
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Weld, braze, cement, solder and thread joints to join pipes and fabricate sections of piping system
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Estimate costs and materials
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Operate CADD and other computer software systems
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Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
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First Aid Certificate
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Driver's License
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Steamfitter and Pipefitter Red Seal Certificate
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Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
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Confined Space Entry Training
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Fall Arrest Protection Training Course
Experience and specialization
Specialization or experience
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Green economy sector
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Specialized environmental skills and knowledge
Additional information
Security and safety
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Basic security clearance
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Driver's validity licence check
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Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Tight deadlines
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Handling heavy loads
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Physically demanding
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Attention to detail
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Standing for extended periods
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
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Hand-eye co-ordination
Own tools/equipment
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Tools
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Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
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Accurate
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Client focus
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Judgement
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Team player
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Reliability
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Health care plan
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Paramedical services coverage
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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Group insurance benefits
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Pension plan
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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Long term benefits
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Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Other benefits
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Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
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Learning/training paid by employer
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Team building opportunities
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
- Indigenous people
- Newcomers to Canada
- Mature workers
- Veterans
- Visible minorities
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.