Apprentice Plumber I - Edmonton, Canada - City of Edmonton

City of Edmonton

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Number:

47746

Join the Facility Maintenance Services team as a Plumbing Apprentice You will develop technical expertise as you learn about all aspects of the trade from a diverse group of journeymen while following the program as outlined by Alberta Industry and Trades.

Working in a safe, clean environment with state of the art tools and under the guidance of these journeymen, you will perform preventative maintenance and service/repair operations on mechanical systems and components of City owned/operated facilities.

Your success will be measured by your ability to achieve results in a respectful, inclusive and service-minded way.

With a focus on the City of Edmonton's Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

Assist Journeyperson plumbers in their daily tasks such as carrying tools, materials, equipment as well as setting up work areas
Learn to measure, cut and assemble pipes using various techniques such as soldering, pressing, or gluingInstall and replace, plumbing fixtures, valves and other plumbing trim or components
Execute preventative maintenance on all types of plumbing and heating equipment
Fix leaks, unclog drains, replace faulty components and troubleshoot plumbing issues
Clean, adjust, test and repair gas fired heating appliances (natural and propane gas)
Properly dispose of debris, and ensure tools and equipment are properly stored
Perform emergency repairs to plumbing and heating systems
Maintain, troubleshot and repair pool circulation equipment and treatment systems
Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in a plumber apprenticeship program with at least 2 years of apprenticeship experience composed of AIT validation stamp
Minimum of 2 years of work experience in the a maintenance or construction environment
Knowledge development of building maintenance procedures, construction methods, and regulatory codes such as the National Plumbing Code of Canada and Fire Safety Code in the Plumbing/Gasfitting trades
Knowledge development of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade and ability to work safely with a variety of power tools
Strong communication and customer service skills (written and verbal)
Commitment to continual learning, teamwork and providing excellent customer service
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position; frequent lifting of tools, materials and assemblies weighing up to fifty pounds is required. Capable of passing a jobrelated physical abilities evaluation may be required.
Compliance with the City of Edmonton's safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as wearing steel toed boots, is a requirement for this position
Hire is dependent on Criminal Record Check satisfactory to the City of Edmonton, and there may be a cost associated with this requirement
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
Demonstrate service excellence, embracing diversity and promoting inclusivenessDemonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City's Cultural Commitments, please visit
Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City's six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City's leadership competencies, please visit
Applicants may be tested

_ Up to 1 permanent full-time position_

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range:
$ $ Hourly); $54, $81, Annually)

Talent Acquisition Consultant:
PL/JF

Classification Title:
Plumber Apprentice

Posting Date:
Nov 3, 2023

Closing Date:
Nov 17, :59:00 PM (MST)

Number of Openings (up to): - Permanent Full-time

Union:
CUPE Local 30

Department:
Fleet and Facility Services

Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)