Journeyperson and Apprentice Plumber/Gas Fitter
Company
Alloy Mechanical Contracting
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$23–$46 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Are you looking to be more than just another Journeyperson/Apprentice within a company and hold a meaningful position?
How about gaining hands-on experience in every aspect of a project from the ground up?
If this sounds like you, then Alloy Mechanical is the company for you. We are looking for Journeyperson and Apprentice Plumbers to join our company. We are a small close-knit group with lots of opportunity for you to learn and grow. Alloy Mechanical offers competitive wages, positive and up lifting work environments and respectful journeyman that are knowledgeable to learn from.
Job Responsibilities:
• Able to complete tasks alone after given direction or assist Journeyperson in:
• Cast iron, copper and ABS/PVC DWV piping above and below grade
• Experience with copper & pex water distribution
• Experience with threading gas and hydronic piping
• Is willing/comfortable at solving problems
• Knowledge of plumbing and gas code
• Simple routing of drains, vents, waterlines and gas lines
• Understanding on how to read drawings.
Personal Skills:
• Pride in workmanship
• Reliable, shows up every day on time
• Has valid driver’s license, car and can get to job sites within the Calgary Greater Area
• Willing and able to work overtime if needed
• Willing and able to work weekends if needed
Job Types:
• Small to medium commercial projects
• Tenant Improvements
• Multi family Residential.
If this sounds like you, please apply!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00-$46.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
Experience:
• plumbing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
How about gaining hands-on experience in every aspect of a project from the ground up?
If this sounds like you, then Alloy Mechanical is the company for you. We are looking for Journeyperson and Apprentice Plumbers to join our company. We are a small close-knit group with lots of opportunity for you to learn and grow. Alloy Mechanical offers competitive wages, positive and up lifting work environments and respectful journeyman that are knowledgeable to learn from.
Job Responsibilities:
• Able to complete tasks alone after given direction or assist Journeyperson in:
• Cast iron, copper and ABS/PVC DWV piping above and below grade
• Experience with copper & pex water distribution
• Experience with threading gas and hydronic piping
• Is willing/comfortable at solving problems
• Knowledge of plumbing and gas code
• Simple routing of drains, vents, waterlines and gas lines
• Understanding on how to read drawings.
Personal Skills:
• Pride in workmanship
• Reliable, shows up every day on time
• Has valid driver’s license, car and can get to job sites within the Calgary Greater Area
• Willing and able to work overtime if needed
• Willing and able to work weekends if needed
Job Types:
• Small to medium commercial projects
• Tenant Improvements
• Multi family Residential.
If this sounds like you, please apply!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00-$46.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
Experience:
• plumbing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
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.
