TRADE PLUMBER 

Job Purpose:

Install, maintain, and repair pipes and fixtures associated with heating, cooling, water distribution, and sanitation systems in residential and commercial structures.

Job Duties:

• Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials
• Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids
• Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation
• Assembles fittings and valves for installation
• Modifies length of pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing materials as needed for a building
• Tests plumbing systems for leaks and other problems
• Analyses problem and identifies appropriate tools and materials for repair
• Plumbers are required to provide their own tools. Allowances negotiable

Job Skills and Qualifications:

Collaborative, problem-solving and analytical skills, decision-making ability, good listening skills, strong verbal communication, stress- and time-management skills, mechanical and technical skills. Trade certification in Plumbing and Gasfitting required.

Applicants must be willing to submit to a national police check if they do not have a copy of a current issue and apply for suitable WWVP and WWCC if not already in possession.