ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald is currently seeking an Apprentice Plumber to join our Service Division in Regina, SK! If you are a hands-on, customer service-oriented, and technically inclined professional searching for the opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Apprentice Plumber position is based out of Regina, SK and will report directly to the Service Supervisor.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, a great attitude, and a genuine passion for the trade. Apprentice Plumbers are required to be skilled in all manner of pipe joining methods; comfortable with the use of common industry specific hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic tools; and adept at reading and interpreting technical literature. Day to day work may sometimes require long hours and lifting heavy loads.
B&M is committed continuous improvement and will endeavor to provide all training necessary to maintain the health and safety of our staff and support career development wherever possible.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Under the direction of the site foreman: move/haul material, pull water lines, fire caulking, thread pipe and assist with any other tasks required.
- Second year apprentices will independently: thread pipe, install laundry boxes, with supervision: begin drainage and assist with any other tasks required.
- Perform other duties as required.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Communicates Effectively
- Continuous Learning
- Customer Focus
- Problem Solving and Innovation
- Values and Respects Others
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- WHIMIS, SCOTT, R&R, Mobile Aerial Platform Training, Fall Protection Training, Confined Space Training is considered an asset.
- Either a current member of the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship Program or the willingness to join
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Relevant Industry Experience (Required)
- Consideration may be given to those who do not possess all the above requirements if they are able demonstrate a strong work ethic, passion for the trade, and a desire to learn.
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Clean Class 5 SK Driver’s License and abstract
- Mechanical aptitude
- Strength, stamina, and the use of proper lifting techniques required to handle heavy tools and parts weighing up to 25 kilograms
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and do some moderately heavy lifting and carrying
- Ability to work in high, awkward, and noisy places
- Ability to work alone and with others
- The ability to contribute to a highly team-oriented environment
- Strong communication skills