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Plumber Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

A Plumber, or Plumbing Mechanic, is an individual who specializes in installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing fixtures and equipment for residential, commercial, or industrial establishments. Their main duties include installing water supply networks, installing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, and drainage systems, and repairing plumbing equipment or piping.

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Plumber duties and responsibilities

There are many elements in a Plumber’s job that are required to be accomplished on a day-to-day basis. Here are some of the most common daily duties of any Plumber, regardless of the type of industry they most often work in:

  • Diagnose, Install, and repair plumbing fixtures, pipes, and water drainage systems
  • Test facilities for leaks
  • Ensure that local and provincial safety regulations are met
  • Replace any products or equipment that do not meet current safety regulations
  • Perform regular inspections of pipes and plumbing fixtures
  • Develop a layout of a plumbing system in a new building or during a home renovation project
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Plumber Job Description Examples:

Example 1

BigHorn Mechanical Plumbing and Heating Ltd. is a leading commercial, custom residential, and rural property company that offers a wide range of resources to Alberta residents. We are a privately owned business that is focused on client relations while providing expert knowledge and executing accordingly. Bighorn Mechanical is looking for motivated, dedicated team members to join our growing community.

Job Requirements:

  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Must be willing to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM with some Saturdays during the summer months from June through August.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds or more
  • Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
  • Job Responsibilities:
  • Maintain proper plumbing fixtures installation, repair, and maintenance.
  • Install bathroom fixtures including sinks, bathtubs, showers, tub baths, toilet, and other fixtures.
  • Perform minor repairs on HVAC units including replacing filters and more.

    Job Benefits:
    We offer competitive wages based on experience.

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship
    Part-time hours: 40 per week

    Salary: $35.00-$42.00 per hour

    Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Bonus pay
  • Overtime pay



    Education:
  • AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate Location: In person

    • Example 2

    Plumb Connect is looking to hire a Licensed Plumber to join our team.

    Plumb Connect is a family owned business looking to expand.

    Plumb Connect services the entire Niagara Region.

    Overview

  • Provide general residential plumbing services
  • Represent Plumb Connect in a professional, courteous and customer service-oriented manner on each and every service call
  • On-site problem diagnosis
  • Install, maintain and repair all types of piping systems, fixtures and other equipment used to distribute, supply or dispose of water or wastewater, including fixtures systems and appliances
  • Set priorities and work assignments to meet established deadlines
  • Perform diagnostics, repair, maintain, service and install equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications
  • Adhere to all safety rules and procedures and relevant regulatory requirements
  • Correctly instruct clients on proper care and maintenance
  • Perform other duties as required by supervisor

    Most common tasks

  • Dishwasher repair/installations
  • Toilet and drain cleaning
  • Toilet installation
  • Faucet and sink installation
  • Bathtub and shower installations
  • Fridge Waterline Connections
  • Washer & Dryer Connections
  • RO system installations
  • Water Softener and Water Heater Installations
  • Rough ins
  • Drain and pipe repair

    Qualifications

  • Licensed Plumber
  • Driver's license (required) with a reliable vehicle (plumbing truck to be discussed at a later date)
  • Residential experience considered an asset

    Job Type: Full-time

    Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required, English required

    Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime available
  • Weekend and on-calls as needed

    Experience:

  • must be a licensed plumber

    License/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)
  • Canadian Plumbing License/Certificate (required)

    Work Location: In person and different job sites around Niagara Region

    Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

    Salary: $35.00-$40.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Overtime pay



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • St. Catharines, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

    Licence/Certification:
  • Plumbing License Location: In person

    • Example 3

    Lucky 58 Plumbing & Heating Ltd. is looking for an experienced Plumber to join our growing team. If you are a hard working, career focused individual looking to build your skillset, we would love to meet you.

    Responsibilities

  • Residential plumbing ABS Rough In
  • Residential plumbing Pex Waterline Rough In
  • Finishing work Plumbing installation

    Requirements

  • Residential single house and townhouse experience (1 Year required)
  • Driver�s License and clean driver�s abstract
  • Clean and professional appearance
  • Must have basic hand tools and power tools
  • Must speak English

    Benefits

  • $20-$35/Hour
  • Medical & dental benefits
  • Performance bonuses
  • Company vehicle
  • Uniforms

    Please email to us

    Job Type: Full-time

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $20.00-$35.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

    Experience:
  • plumbing: 1 year Plumbers: 1 year (preferred)

    • Example 4

    Looking for career? Interested in an apprenticeship in residential gasfitting (heating and cooling)? Want to get your education sponsored? Join us! We are expanding! Are you read to work for a leading HVAC company that has regularly, ongoing work? Are you tired of working for large HVAC companies that don't seem interested in your career development? Want to be valued as a producing member of a tight knit team? Then look no further!

    AirVantage Heating and Cooling is a leading provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in the Fraser Valley region. As we continue to grow, we are seeking to add an Apprentice Gasfitter to our team. Come join an organization that values you as a person.

    The Position

    This role will suit a candidate who is in the first year of her or his apprenticeship (or higher). You have a keen desire to learn the trade, are ready to work and exceed expectations, and are comfortable being on the tools. Your work ethic is well-developed and you take pride in doing the right thing day in and day out. Candidates who are not currently in the gasfitter trade but want to learn are welcome to apply.

    What You Need
  • First year (or above) apprentice in plumbing and/or gasfitting
  • Valid driver license in good standing
  • Professional attitude and demeanor
  • Exceptional work ethic
  • Solid communication skills
  • Want to work in the Fraser Valley region

    If this sounds like you, let's get the conversation going. We are a well respected and popular residential HVAC company with a strong commitment to our customers and employees. You will be treated like family here. We promise.

    Interested candidates who meet the qualifications listed above are welcome to apply by responding to this ad with a resume. We look forward to speaking with you!

    Job Type: Full-time

    Additional pay:
  • Bonus pay
  • Overtime pay
    Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Vision hour shift

    • Example 5

    Under general supervision, the incumbent performs a variety of plumbing work in the area of responsibility.

    Typical Duties
    The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and the extent of responsibility involved in this job. They in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated:

  • Lays out, assembles, installs and repairs: pipes, fixtures, and fittings used for water distribution and waste disposal and gas and air distribution according to plumbing and gas codes, and TSSA requirements.
  • Installs and repairs piping valves and fittings made of metals such as iron, steel, lead or copper and non-metallic materials, such as plastic, glass or vitrified clay.
  • Cuts and threads pipe using pipe cutters, hack saw, flaring tool and pipe threading tools or machines; bends pipe to angle required using pipe bending machine and by hand.
  • Joins pipe sections using fittings, couplings, elbows, solder, lead, screws, bolts and clamps; secures pipes in position using brackets and hangers.
  • Installs domestic plumbing fixtures such as water closets, wash basins and baths, industrial plumbing fixtures, kitchen equipment and photographic processing equipment.
  • Connects components together such as water supply piping, control valves, fixtures and drainage to form complete plumbing systems.
  • Maintains and repairs installed plumbing systems by tracing and rectifying defects, replacing broken pipes and fixtures, soldering and caulking leaks, clearing blocked waste pipes and traps and thawing frozen lines.
  • Locals, lays out and marks positions for connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors, using measuring tools and devices and knowledge of water supply, sanitary waste disposal systems and gas supply systems. Cuts holes through walls and floors to accommodate pipes using hand and power tools.
  • Complete timesheets, planning sheets, orders material, estimates and other documentation as required.
  • Other related duties as required.
    Minimum Requirements for Selection

    Education: High school graduation. Must hold a valid Plumber and Gas Fitter License and Brazing Ticket. Working knowledge of the Ontario Gas and Plumbing Codes and the Occupational Health and Safety Act as it pertains to Trade Regulations Industrial & Construction; training in asbestos, fall arrest and WHMIS.

    Experience: Experience working in a school or university and working in asbestos, confined spaces, restricted space and cold and high heat areas.

    Other: Must have thorough knowledge of piping systems for steam, hot water, gas and air; able to read and interpret drawings and schematics; strong problem solving, customer service and interpersonal skills; must be capable of climbing and working off ladders, scaffolds, air lifts or other elevated equipment, sit and walk for extended periods; must have physical ability to perform duties described and use indicated equipment.

    Must be a member in good standing of The United Association of Journeymen and Apprentices of the Plumbing and Pipe Fitting Industry of the United States and Canada, Local 46.

    Work hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

    Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
    Contract length: 9 months

    Salary: $38.99 per hour

    Schedule:
  • Monday to deadline: 2022-05-27

    • Example 6

    Criteria TO APPLY:

    - Must be a 4TH-YEAR or Journeyman Plumber/Gasfitter

    - Must be currently working in Residential or Commercial Service

    If all you have is Commercial experience, please do not submit an application for this position. Thank you.

    Are you tired of being just a number in your company?

    Do you wish you were given opportunities to stand out and grow in your career?

    We have 1 position available for a 4th-Year or Journeyman Plumber/Gasfitter for immediate full-time work. 9-1-PLUMB Inc. is a small plumbing company serving Calgary, AB and area. We specialize in residential and commercial service, custom homes and restoration work.

    We offer:

  • A positive work environment;
  • Competitive wages and opportunities for profit-sharing;
  • Diverse experience in specialized areas (ie. boiler systems, custom showers, custom housing, etc.);
  • Quality work vehicles that set us apart.
    Successful applicants will be:

  • Punctual and reliable
  • Hardworking
  • Teachable
  • Personable
  • Professional in manner and appearance
  • Detail-oriented
  • Able to perform work independently
  • Experienced in residential new-home construction and/or residential service
    *Restoration industry experience is an asset.

    Resumes can be submitted by replying to this Ad. All submissions MUST include a cover letter and professional references in order to be considered.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Schedule: 8 Hour Shift, Monday to Friday, On-Call Rotation (Overtime)

    Experience: Recent Residential: 5 years (Required); Recent Commercial: 5 years (Preferred)

    Job Type: Full-time

    Additional pay:
  • Overtime pay
    Benefits:
  • Company car
  • Profit sharing
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime

    Application question(s):
  • Have you completed the Trade Schooling requirements of a 4th-Year or Journeyman Plumber/Gasfitter?
  • Please provide a brief description of your previous experience (if any) with:
    1) Boiler work?
    2) New-home construction?
    3) Renovations?
  • We provide work vehicles and pay for gas. Do you live in Calgary? If not, where?

    Experience:
  • Residential Plumbing: 3 years Plumbing: 3 years (preferred)

    • What does a Plumber do?

    A Plumber manages and maintains all plumbing work within an establishment. They may work for private companies, residences, or large commercial buildings. They install, maintain, and repair drainage systems. Additionally, Plumbers are often required to install or repair plumbing systems that are either underground or within walls, and they also repair pipe connections to ensure that plumbing fixtures operate optimally. A Plumber is required to make sure all installations and repairs are compliant with government regulations.

    Plumber skills and qualifications

    A successful Plumber candidate will have many skills and qualifications that will be useful to the position. Here are some to look out for in a successful candidate:

    • Strong analytical and problem solving skills
    • Good communication skills, both oral and written
    • Ability to work together as part of a team alongside other technicians (e.g. electricians, engineers)
    • Excellent customer service skills
    • Good manual dexterity
    • Strong attention to detail and precision

    Plumber experience requirements

    A Plumber may not necessarily require experience beyond having a certification. If the Plumber is expected to manage a team of technicians, previous experience in a leadership position and at least five years of practice in being a plumber will be considered as a strong asset.

    Plumber education and training requirements

    A Plumber candidate needs a secondary school diploma, in addition to having a Plumbing certification. Applicants will have completed a four or five-year apprenticeship program to receive their trade certification. Each province has its own regulated governing body. If the job requires a Red Seal endorsement, the applicant who has completed the examination and passed it would have an advantage.

    Plumber salary expectations

    According to Indeed Salaries, the average Plumber salary in Canada is $31.38 per hour. Salaries vary based on geographical location, type of industry, certification level, and experience.

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    Plumber job description FAQs

    What is the difference between a Plumber and a Plumber Apprentice?

    A Plumber is an official trade certified by the regulatory governing body of their province. A Plumber Apprentice has not yet received this same certification and is currently working under the supervision of a certified Plumber. The Plumber Apprentice has completed trade school and can work, but must do so under the supervision of a trade-certified Plumber. A Plumber Apprentice may also charge lower rates than a Plumber.

    What makes a good Plumber job description?

    A job description that clearly outlines the type of work the Plumber is expected to do and in what capacity ( e.g. size of the establishments, hours of shift) is critical to a good job description. Experience requirements should also be clearly discussed . Strong candidates are more likely to respond to a job description that is detailed. The job description sample should be clear and concise, and a competitive salary is a good element to include in a job description sample.

    What qualities make a good Plumber?

    A good Plumber candidate will demonstrate their ability to analyze and solve complex problems that come up during their installation or repair work. A successful candidate will have adequate plumbing experience, carry a valid licence, and exhibit qualities like physical strength, ability to manage time well, and will prove knowledgeable in all aspects of plumbing, drainage, equipment, and fixtures.

    Does a Plumber have different responsibilities in different industries?

    Yes. A Plumber working on a residential level will help individuals with their private plumbing issues. This may require installing plumbing fixtures or repairing them, and they are usually called upon as needed. A Plumber in a larger establishment such as an industrial building will perform regular daily inspections to prevent large plumbing issues from occurring. A Plumber in a large establishment will also work closely with other tradespeople to repair plumbing issues within the walls or beneath the surface of the building.

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