2nd & 3rd Year Plumbing Apprentices - Downtown Calgary
Company
Pitt Meadows Plumbing & Mechanical Systems
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$31.82–$39.16 an hour
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Pitt Meadows Plumbing and Mechanical Systems has been a leader in the industry for over 40 years. We specialize in installation of large-scale residential, commercial, institutional, educational, and medical design-build plumbing and mechanical projects.
We are currently looking for 2nd & 3rd Year Plumbing Apprentices to join our team on a conversion project in Downtown Calgary.
If you are looking for an awesome company to build your career with, with tons of growth opportunities, and that thrives on innovative design and cutting-edge technology, then PMP is for you!
We offer:
• A competitive compensation package
• Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package
• Group RRSP program
• Opportunities for continuous education
• Monetary Incentives for Employee Referrals
• Growth opportunities
• Amazing corporate culture
• Respectful work environment
• Company-Paid Apprenticeship Program
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Reporting to the Red Seal Plumber, the Plumber Apprentice will:
• Assist Red Seal Plumber on all tasks related to the trade
• Carry out construction, assembly, alteration, or renovation of plumbing installations, possibly for single and multi-storey residential, commercial, and institutional environments
• Carry out construction, maintenance and repair to existing plumbing for gas appliances, water reticulation, sewage systems, drainage systems and roofing systems – digging drains, installing pipes, erecting sub-floor plumbing structures; wall and roof cladding and all plumbing hardware and fittings, appliances and assemblies
• Safely utilize hand tools and power tools
• Operate workshop equipment in a safe manner
• Handle and store plumbing supplies and materials
• Follow appropriate safety practices to access plumbing installations and when using ladders, other access ways, handrails, barriers, trench supports, scaffolding and mechanical lifts (if trained/licensed)
• Follow established employment and safety policies and procedures
• Read and interpret various types of construction/installation diagrams
• Follow written and verbal instructions in the workplace, on construction sites and trade school environments
• Communicate and interact with others in an appropriate fashion in the workplace, on construction sites and in trade school environments
• Perform other duties as required.
Skills & Requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to multitask and prioritize.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Willingness to learn and work your way up through the apprenticeship program with PMP.
• Be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Be able to work from heights of up to 25 feet in the air on scissor lifts or ladders.
• Be mechanically inclined to work safely with hand tools and power tools.
• Be able to withstand the high-stress and fast-paced environment on a construction site.
• Be a team player (must be able to work well with others on construction sites, including PMP employees, contractors, sub-trades and others).
• Must be legally entitled to work full-time hours in Canada.
Who are you?
• You value teamwork and consider yourself a true team player.
• You represent yourself and your work with passion and pride.
• You strive to do the right thing, always.
• You want a challenging yet rewarding position.
Compensation: $31.82/h to $39.16/h (DOE) + 5% RRSP + Full Health & Dental Benefits 100% Company-Paid + Life Insurance + LTD + AD&D + Company-Paid Apprenticeship.
To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.pittmeadows.net/
Check us out on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/pitt-meadows-plumbing/
See our employee reviews on Indeed https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Pitt-Meadows-Plumbing-&-Mechanical-Systems/reviews
Applications will not be accepted at our office or on the job site – online applications only.
We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are currently looking for 2nd & 3rd Year Plumbing Apprentices to join our team on a conversion project in Downtown Calgary.
If you are looking for an awesome company to build your career with, with tons of growth opportunities, and that thrives on innovative design and cutting-edge technology, then PMP is for you!
We offer:
• A competitive compensation package
• Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package
• Group RRSP program
• Opportunities for continuous education
• Monetary Incentives for Employee Referrals
• Growth opportunities
• Amazing corporate culture
• Respectful work environment
• Company-Paid Apprenticeship Program
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Reporting to the Red Seal Plumber, the Plumber Apprentice will:
• Assist Red Seal Plumber on all tasks related to the trade
• Carry out construction, assembly, alteration, or renovation of plumbing installations, possibly for single and multi-storey residential, commercial, and institutional environments
• Carry out construction, maintenance and repair to existing plumbing for gas appliances, water reticulation, sewage systems, drainage systems and roofing systems – digging drains, installing pipes, erecting sub-floor plumbing structures; wall and roof cladding and all plumbing hardware and fittings, appliances and assemblies
• Safely utilize hand tools and power tools
• Operate workshop equipment in a safe manner
• Handle and store plumbing supplies and materials
• Follow appropriate safety practices to access plumbing installations and when using ladders, other access ways, handrails, barriers, trench supports, scaffolding and mechanical lifts (if trained/licensed)
• Follow established employment and safety policies and procedures
• Read and interpret various types of construction/installation diagrams
• Follow written and verbal instructions in the workplace, on construction sites and trade school environments
• Communicate and interact with others in an appropriate fashion in the workplace, on construction sites and in trade school environments
• Perform other duties as required.
Skills & Requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to multitask and prioritize.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Willingness to learn and work your way up through the apprenticeship program with PMP.
• Be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Be able to work from heights of up to 25 feet in the air on scissor lifts or ladders.
• Be mechanically inclined to work safely with hand tools and power tools.
• Be able to withstand the high-stress and fast-paced environment on a construction site.
• Be a team player (must be able to work well with others on construction sites, including PMP employees, contractors, sub-trades and others).
• Must be legally entitled to work full-time hours in Canada.
Who are you?
• You value teamwork and consider yourself a true team player.
• You represent yourself and your work with passion and pride.
• You strive to do the right thing, always.
• You want a challenging yet rewarding position.
Compensation: $31.82/h to $39.16/h (DOE) + 5% RRSP + Full Health & Dental Benefits 100% Company-Paid + Life Insurance + LTD + AD&D + Company-Paid Apprenticeship.
To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.pittmeadows.net/
Check us out on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/pitt-meadows-plumbing/
See our employee reviews on Indeed https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Pitt-Meadows-Plumbing-&-Mechanical-Systems/reviews
Applications will not be accepted at our office or on the job site – online applications only.
We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in Canada as of 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada sets the federal minimum wage at $18.75 per hour effective January 1 2026, though provincial rates for welders range from $20.50 in Nova Scotia to $23.00 in British Columbia. Unionized welders under Red Seal certification earn an average of $35.75 per hour with overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours weekly.
What work permit is required for international welders applying to jobs in Canada in 2026?
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment issued after March 2026, valid for up to three years for Red Seal trades. Applicants must also hold a valid passport and proof of $15,000 CAD in settlement funds for the principal applicant.
What education and experience are needed to qualify as a welder in Canada in 2026?
Employment and Social Development Canada requires completion of a 3-year apprenticeship program or equivalent 5,400 hours of on-the-job training plus technical training for Red Seal endorsement. Candidates need a high school diploma or GED and must pass the Red Seal exam with a minimum 70 percent score.
What documents are required when applying for welder positions through the Canadian government portal in 2026?
Applicants must submit a Red Seal certificate, valid trade qualification from a recognized provincial authority, and a Canadian resume formatted to the National Occupational Classification code 72106 via the Job Bank portal by December 2026. Additional documents include a valid driver's license and proof of Canadian work eligibility.
