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Small reputable, locally owned plumbing, heating and mechanical company that has been servicing the Saskatoon region for 13 years.
We are looking for a journey person plumber with General or Domestic Gas ticket that has a pleasant demeanor, positive attitude, self motivated, energetic, reliable, organized with strong planning skills, ability to work with others and alone. Bondable and Willing to do Emergency Calls service calls in a long term position that could help elevate long term professional goals.
* * A valid clean drivers license is an asset.
Physical Demands: Standing, Walking, Stooping, Kneeling, Climbing, Crawling.
Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling: 50 Kgs
Working Conditions: Indoor / Outdoor
Primary Duties / Knowledge and Experience:
- Maintenance + Repair + testing gas fired equipment (residential and Commercial)
- Installing and assisting installations
- Install, Inspect, Repair and Test plumbing systems, drainage, waste, venting and fixtures.
-Knowledge and experience with cooling systems and repairs
- Knowledge and experience with boiler systems and repairs
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications
- Able to estimate and provide written estimates and quotes to customers.
- On-call emergency service duties
- Willingness to fulfill job demands during this pandemic, and following specific instructions set by company and customer to ensure jobs are complete and reduce health compromises.
Position includes:
- Temporary position that can lead to a permanent casual/part time position.
- Negotiable wage
- Flexible Hours
COVID-19 considerations:
We still practice Covid precautions with customers who request we wear masks, as well as follow supplier protocols. General public precautions subject to change at any time.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Numeracy
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Type of Establishment Experience
- Residential
- Commercial
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Plumber Trade Certification
- Natural Gas License
- Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
- Plumber Red Seal Endorsement
- Provincial Gas Fitter License
Additional Skills
- Prepare tenders and quotations
- Instruct apprentices
- Estimate labour and material costs
- Supervise other workers
- Schedule personnel, tools and equipment
- Professionalism in customer service
Specific Skills
- Weld pipes using silfoss
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications
- Inspect and test pipes for leaks
- Repair, service and maintain plumbing systems or fixtures
- Solder or braze piping
- Select and install pumps
- Measure, cut, bend and thread pipes in place
- Join pipes with couplings, clamps, screws, bolts or cement
- Install, repair and maintain plumbing fixtures and systems
- Install manholes and catch basins
- Determine layout of systems and networks
- Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
- Cut holes to accommodate pipes and fittings
- Maintain and operate hoisting and rigging equipment
- Locate and mark position of pipe connections, holes and fixtures
Area Of Specialization
- Potable water distribution installation
- Drainage, waste and venting systems
- Compressed air systems
- Natural and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
- Water filtration/softeners
- Radiant heating systems
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Physically demanding
Security and Safety
- Bondable
- Basic security clearance
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driving record check (abstract)
Own Tools/Equipment
- Tools
- Safety equipment/gear
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Hard hat
Type Of Piping
- Plastic
- Stainless steel
- Copper
- Historic piping systems (lead, wood and bituminized fibre)
- Black carbon or steel
Major Work Area
- Service
- Repair
- Maintenance
- Construction