Plumber (Journeyman / 2nd, 3rd and 4th year Apprentices/ Plumbing & Gas Subcontractors)
Company
Leblond Plumbing & Heating Ltd.
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$35–$45 an hour
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
Leblond Plumbing & Heating has been serving Calgary and area since 2004. We are a busy, growing, well respected plumbing company working in the new housing industry. Our main focus is on residential new home construction as well as townhomes and multi-family construction.
"The grass is greener on this side"
We are hiring for the position of journeyman and apprentice plumbers. We are also looking for plumbing and gas subcontractors. Remuneration pay and qualifications will be dependent on experience and type of position. We offer an excellent group health care package including extended health, dental, vision, life and travel coverage. (50 % employer paid and 50% employee paid - employees)
SCOPE OF WORK:
To install plumbing and/or gas in new residential construction. This entails groundworks, rough-in and finishing.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have a journeyman plumbing ticket or be indentured in the plumbing apprenticeship program or;
• Sub-contractors must be a registered company with WCB, liability insurance and registered for GST.
• Have two (2) to five (5) years recent experience in residential plumbing
• Live in the Calgary or surrounding area
• Must possess own tools
• Must have a clean drivers license (driver's abstract will be required)
• Have excellent customer service skills and telephone manner
• Be punctual, responsible, dependable and a team player
• *Please apply by email only through indeed - no phone calls please!**
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY TO THIS AD IF YOU ARE NOT A
• Journeyman plumber or endentured in the trade in your 2nd, 3rd or 4th year or a
• Plumbing sub-contractor with your own company
• *Please indicate which position you are applying for**
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $35.00-$45.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care
Application question(s):
• Which position are you applying for?
• Do you have a clean drivers license and can you provide a clean drivers abstract?
• Do you live in the Calgary area or surrounding area?
• Are you a journeyman or apprentice endentured in the trade? If apprentice, which year?
Experience:
• residential plumbing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
"The grass is greener on this side"
We are hiring for the position of journeyman and apprentice plumbers. We are also looking for plumbing and gas subcontractors. Remuneration pay and qualifications will be dependent on experience and type of position. We offer an excellent group health care package including extended health, dental, vision, life and travel coverage. (50 % employer paid and 50% employee paid - employees)
SCOPE OF WORK:
To install plumbing and/or gas in new residential construction. This entails groundworks, rough-in and finishing.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have a journeyman plumbing ticket or be indentured in the plumbing apprenticeship program or;
• Sub-contractors must be a registered company with WCB, liability insurance and registered for GST.
• Have two (2) to five (5) years recent experience in residential plumbing
• Live in the Calgary or surrounding area
• Must possess own tools
• Must have a clean drivers license (driver's abstract will be required)
• Have excellent customer service skills and telephone manner
• Be punctual, responsible, dependable and a team player
• *Please apply by email only through indeed - no phone calls please!**
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY TO THIS AD IF YOU ARE NOT A
• Journeyman plumber or endentured in the trade in your 2nd, 3rd or 4th year or a
• Plumbing sub-contractor with your own company
• *Please indicate which position you are applying for**
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $35.00-$45.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care
Application question(s):
• Which position are you applying for?
• Do you have a clean drivers license and can you provide a clean drivers abstract?
• Do you live in the Calgary area or surrounding area?
• Are you a journeyman or apprentice endentured in the trade? If apprentice, which year?
Experience:
• residential plumbing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
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.
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.
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.
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.
