Remote Plumber and Gas Fitter Position
Company
Horizon North
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Jobrapido.com
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Job Description
Join Dexterra Group as a Remote Plumber and Gas Fitter, responsible for plumbing tasks in modular structures around Fort St John. Ensure high-quality installations and repairs as per standards.
As a Plumber/Gas Fitter, you will report to the Lead Hand and manage plumbing construction and renovation tasks. This role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems for water and wastewater based on blueprints. You'll work remotely at various site locations in the surrounding area.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and lay out plumbing components accurately
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications
• Undertake maintenance for plumbing and HVAC systems
• Test repaired equipment ensuring proper functioning
• Uphold quality standards and recommend improvements
Requirements:
• Must be a registered Journeyman or Apprentice
• Valid driver's license - Class 5 required
• 2 years of plumbing experience in construction
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor
Bring your plumbing expertise to Dexterra Group and enhance modular construction quality in Fort St John.
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As a Plumber/Gas Fitter, you will report to the Lead Hand and manage plumbing construction and renovation tasks. This role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems for water and wastewater based on blueprints. You'll work remotely at various site locations in the surrounding area.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and lay out plumbing components accurately
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications
• Undertake maintenance for plumbing and HVAC systems
• Test repaired equipment ensuring proper functioning
• Uphold quality standards and recommend improvements
Requirements:
• Must be a registered Journeyman or Apprentice
• Valid driver's license - Class 5 required
• 2 years of plumbing experience in construction
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor
Bring your plumbing expertise to Dexterra Group and enhance modular construction quality in Fort St John.
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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.
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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.
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