plumber, residential construction

Work setting

• Residential

Tasks

• Install domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
• Repair 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
• Prepare tenders and quotations
• Instruct apprentices
• 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
• Schedule personnel, tools and equipment
• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
• Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
• Supervise other workers
• Estimate costs and materials
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• Confined Space Entry Training
• Plumber Red Seal Certificate

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 hours per week