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Apprentice Plumber
Posted on November 11, 2024
by The Gentlemen Plumbers
5355 8th St NE, Calgary, Alberta T2K 5R9
Job Sector:
Construction & Renovation
Term of Employment: Full-Time
Total Views: 213
Duration: 11 calendar days (10 business days)
Last Updated: 2 weeks ago
Job URL: https://newworkers.ca/jobs/alberta/calgary/754788091/apprentice-plumber/
Job Description
Tasks
- Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
- Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
- Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
- Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
- Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
- Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing
- Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems
- Read and interpret blueprints/sketches/specifications
- Professionalism in customer service
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Vehicle supplied by employer
- Valid driver’s licence
Own tools/equipment
- Tools
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Team player
- Adaptability