Plumber/Gas Fitter - Remote Lodges - Fort St John Area

Plumber/Gas Fitter - Remote Lodges - Fort St John Area


Company
Dexterra
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

Summary: Plumber/Gas Fitter, reporting to the Lead Hand, you will be responsible for plumbing related tasks involving the construction and renovation of relocatable modular structures. This position installs, repairs, and maintains pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing used for water distribution and wastewater disposal according to plumbing scopes and prints. This is a remote position working at various site locations within the Fort St John surrounding area.

This position is safety sensitive and will require drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment.

The Plumber performs some or all the following duties:
• Complete tasks related to the planning, laying out of the plumbing components of the construction, repair and assembly of temporary and permanent buildings, additions, partitions and wood structures and fixtures in accordance with blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Read blueprints and specifications.
• Tends to the maintenance and preventative maintenance programs including cleaning for all plumbing, heating, and air conditioning, and air and vacuum related equipment.
• Tests repaired equipment for proper performance.
• Maintains a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance, and repair techniques.
• Accountable and responsible for the quality of all plumbing work performed on manufactured product to ensure it meets all company and/or contract standards with recommendations for improvements where needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications
• Must be a registered Journeyman or Apprentice.
• Must have valid drivers license - Class 5 .
• Current clean Drivers abstract required
• 2 years plumbing work experience in construction settings.
• Working and practical knowledge of the applications of plumbing techniques and methods.
• Able to operate all hand and power tools required to perform tasks specific to trade.
• Ability to draw appropriate sketches to communicate details to team members, and others.
• Perform heavy manual labor, including bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and lifting heavy objects weighing up to 45 lbs.

Additional Information

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q What is the median hourly wage for licensed plumbers in Canada as of 2026?
According to Employment and Social Development Canada, the median hourly wage for plumbers in Canada is CAD 36.50 as of January 2026, with entry-level rates starting at CAD 28.75 per hour in most provinces. Overtime applies after 44 hours per week at 1.5 times the regular rate in Ontario and similar rules in other provinces. These figures exclude union premiums which can add CAD 5-8 per hour.
Q What work permit is required for foreign plumbers to work legally in Canada in 2026?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires foreign plumbers to obtain a work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, with a valid Labour Market Impact Assessment from Service Canada dated no older than 6 months. Applicants must also hold a valid Red Seal endorsement or provincial certificate and apply through the IRCC portal before arrival. Processing takes 8-12 weeks as of 2026.
Q What certification is needed to qualify as a plumber in Canada in 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada states that plumbers must complete a 4-5 year apprenticeship program with 7200 hours of on-the-job training plus 720 hours of technical training, followed by the Red Seal exam. Provincial trade certification from bodies like Skilled Trades Ontario is mandatory before independent work. No experience exemptions apply after 2025 regulatory updates.
Q Which documents are required when applying for plumber jobs through the federal Job Bank in 2026?
Service Canada requires a valid Social Insurance Number, Red Seal certificate or provincial licence, and a completed Job Bank profile with proof of Canadian work experience or apprenticeship records. Foreign applicants must upload their work permit approval and language test results showing CLB level 7 or higher. Applications without these documents are rejected within 5 business days.
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