Plumbing Apprentices & Journeyperson (Out of Town Work)

Plumbing Apprentices & Journeyperson (Out of Town Work)


Company
Pro-Western Mechanical
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$27.00–$41.25 an hour
Posted
13 hours ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Are you an amazing Plumber or want to become an amazing Plumber? Work with an amazing team that is dedicated to quality workmanship and growing your skills!

Pro-Western Mechanical works across western Canada. We provide complete mechanical services, specializing in multi-dwelling residential: condos, apartments, hotels and light industrial/commercial.

Offering competitive wages, benefits, including medical, dental, and matching group retirement plan. Join a growing organization for long term, full-time employment.

Open for those Plumbing Apprentices level 3 or higher and willing to travel.

DUTIES:

Plumbing Apprentice
• Under the direction of the site foreman: move/haul material, pull water lines, fire caulking, thread pipe and assist with any other tasks required
• Third year apprentices will independently: thread pipe, install laundry boxes, with supervision: begin drainage, soldering, assembling tub valves and assist with any other tasks required
• Perform other duties as required

Plumbing Journeyperson
• Work under the direction of the assigned Site Foreman
• Manages his/her Assigns tasks, planning, organizing materials
• Locate and mark the positions for connections and fixtures
• Measure, cut, thread, bend, clamp, solvent cement or solder pipe
• Assemble and install valves and fittings
• Install sanitary and water piping system
• Read building plans and specifications to determine the layout for the plumbing and other materials
• Implements in-house quality, safety and internal policy & procedures, standards and/or specifications
• Mentor/train crew members
• Perform other duties as required

SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Plumbing Apprentice
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strength, stamina, and the use of proper lifting techniques required to handle heavy tools and parts weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to visualize a finished product from a document
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and do some moderately heavy lifting and carrying
• Ability to work in high, awkward, and noisy places
• Ability to work alone or with others
• The ability to contribute to a highly team-oriented environment
• Strong communication skills

Plumbing Journeyperson
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strength, stamina and the use of proper lifting techniques required to handle heavy tools and parts weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and do some moderately heavy lifting and carrying
• Ability to work in high, awkward, and noisy places
• Detail oriented
• Read and interpret blueprints, ability to visualize a finished product from a document
• Leadership and strong communication skills
• Problem-solving, conflict-resolution and critical thinking skills
• Strong/efficient organizational skills, delegation of labor hours
• Technologically literate i.e., moderately proficient with Microsoft excel
• High work ethic and dedication to the company and the client

References: Pls. provide at least 2 references from your previous employment.

Job Requirements
• Steel toed footwear
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License or access to transportation

Wage to be determined based on school level and experience and will be discussed during the interview process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

To find out more about us go to www.prowestern.ca.

Thank you

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $27.00-$41.25 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match

Application question(s):
• Are you willing to travel out of Province for work?
• Have you earned your Plumbing Journeyperson Certification?

Work Location: In person

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