Gas Technician in Kingston

Work setting

• Various locations
• Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Install gas heating units and their components
• Measure and mark reference points for installation of gas lines and equipment
• Service gas heating units and their components
• Repair and service gas appliances and related equipment
• Instruct apprentices
• Advise clients regarding standards, safety features and maintenance of gas units and systems
• Supervise other workers
• Study drawings and specifications to determine the layout of the installation and materials required
• Test and adjust control mechanisms and check pipes and piping connections for gas leaks using gas detecting devices
• Test and replace defective equipment or components

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Gas Fitter Trade Certification
• Gas Fitter Certificate – Level 2 or B
• Gas Fitter Certificate – Level 3 or C

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Fireplaces and chimneys

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Driver’s validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits