BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD
Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With nearly 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forward thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald Limited is actively seeking a Plumber Apprentice and/or a licensed Plumber for our Service Division in Ottawa to maintain, upgrade, troubleshoot and repair all plumbing within our Service Agreements to achieve optimum life span of equipment.
Duties & Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Review building plans and specifications to determine the layout for plumbing and related materials
• Identify required tools and special equipment
• Select the type and size of pipe required
• Locate and mark positions for connections and fixtures
• Install supports and hangers for pipe, fixtures and equipment
• Assemble and install valves and fittings
• Install, repair and maintain water treatment equipment, piping and controls
• Install, repair and maintain underground storm sanitary and water piping systems
• Install, repair and maintain sinks, tubs and toilets
• Install, repair and maintain water heaters and conditioners
• Install, repair and maintain plumbing fixtures, appliances and trim
• Test pipe systems and fixtures for leaks
• Maintain all building codes, installation requirements and relevant legislation
• Perform scheduled maintenance service on plumbing systems and fixtures
• Apply all codes to installations, repairs and maintenance
• Ensure all requirements as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures are met
• Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported and graded
• Utilize oxy/acetylene hand torches, grinders and bevellers in an efficient and safe manner
• Prepare budgets, and orders of supplies
• Keep daily reports
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• Must possess a valid 306A License and/or be a registered apprentice;
• Experience in a plumbing position in service, maintenance, replacement and installation for commercial & residential sites;
• Valid ‘G’ Driver’s License;
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills;
• Follow instructions both written and verbal;
• Always maintain a professional demeanor with fellow employees and clients;
• A team player, committed to working in a quality environment;
• Available and willing to work varying shifts, weekends and holidays as required.