Pipefitter in Ontario

Work site environment

• At heights
• Confined spaces
• Noisy

Work setting

• Various locations
• Commercial
• Industrial

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Liaise with management, engineers and other trades
• Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment
• Install clamps, brackets and hangers to support piping system and sprinkler and fire protection equipment, using hand and power tools
• Installs valves, alarms and associated equipment
• Test system for leaks using air or liquid pressure equipment
• Clean and maintain pipe units and fittings and flush system
• Cut openings for pipe in walls, floors and ceilings using hand or power tools or machines
• Install supports, valves, piping and control systems
• Measure, cut, thread and bend pipes to required shape and size
• Remove and replace worn components and reactivate system
• Select type and size of pipe required
• Test system for leaks using testing equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Exercise to maintain physical ability and physical fitness

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Driver’s License
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver’s validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver’s licence
• Willing to travel

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
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Night shift premium
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week