Plumbers Apprentice Job Description Samples

Plumbers Apprentice Job Description Sample 1:

Job Setting: Plumbing Company

Education: Completion of high school, Some college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.): 3rd Period Apprentice, 4th Period Apprentice, 5th Period Apprentice, Occupational Health and Safety Certificate, First Aid Certificate, CPR Certificate, WHMIS Certificate, Confined Space Entry Training

Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Languages: Speak English, Read English, Write English

Major Work Area: Construction, Repair

Type of Establishment Experience: Commercial, Industrial, Residential

Area of Specialization: Drainage, waste and venting systems, Laboratory and medical systems, Compressed air systems, Fixtures and appliances, Hydronic heating and cooling systems, Natural and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), Potable water distribution installation, Radiant heating systems, Water filtration/softeners

Type of Piping: Black carbon or steel, Plastic, Copper

Specific Skills: Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications, Determine layout of systems and networks, Install, repair and maintain plumbing fixtures and systems, Locate and mark position of pipe connections, holes and fixtures, Cut holes to accommodate pipes and fittings, Measure, cut, bend and thread pipes in place, Join pipes with couplings, clamps, screws, bolts or cement, Solder or braze piping, Inspect and test pipes for leaks, Determine piping system requirements and pipe sizing, Select and install pumps, Weld pipes, Weld pipes using silfoss, Install manholes and catch basins, Maintain and operate hoisting and rigging equipment, Repair, service and maintain plumbing systems or fixtures

Additional Skills: Employ ground scanning and laser levelling devices, Professionalism in customer service

Security and Safety: Bondable, Basic security clearance, Criminal record check, Driving record check (abstract)

Own Tools/Equipment: Tools, Safety equipment/gear, Steel-toed safety boots, Hard hat

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Physically demanding

Transportation/Travel Information: Own transportation, Own vehicle, Willing to travel, Valid driver’s licence

Essential Skills: Reading text, Document use, Numeracy, Writing, Oral communication, Working with others, Problem solving, Decision making, Critical thinking, Job task planning and organizing, Significant use of memory, Finding information, Computer use, Continuous learning