Plumbing Apprentices

Vanguard Mechanical Ltd., is a privately held, full-service mechanical contractor based out of Maple Ridge, BC, with active projects throughout the Lower Mainland. We are looking to expand our team with a motivated, hard-working individual looking for secure, year-round work to develop their skills as Plumbers (All Levels of Apprentices) PLUS Journey-persons. Working in all municipalities from "Abbotsford to North Shore".

**WHAT WE OFFER**:
Competitive Wages

RRSP Matching

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Extended Benefits Packages

Skilled Senior Staff to assist in Career Development

Skilled Trades Sponsorship

Hard Hat and Company Shirt Provided

Tool Purchasing Payment Plan

Sites with Transit Access and Free Parking

Staff Events

Permanent, Year-Round, Full-time Employment
- We value safety, respect and upholding our reputation for quality work._

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
Valid BC Driver's License

Experience/Interest in New Residential Installations

Residential HVAC Equipment Service

Motivation to follow instructions & complete tasks in a timely manner

Gas Fitting Experience and B Gas Ticket an Asset

Mechanical Aptitude & Diagnostic Instincts

Ability to work with others and or independently on assigned tasks

Professionalism, Excellent Time Management & Communication Skills

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
Installing, repairing, and maintaining pipes, fixtures and other plumbing equipment/systems used for water distribution and waste water disposal in residential and commercial buildings.

Maintain working knowledge of tools, standard methods, materials, and equipment used in plumbing including blueprints, drawing and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and draining systems.

Work in cooperation with other trades to ensure that all specifications, legislation, quality standards and policies are met.

Measure, cut, bend and thread pipes using hand and power tools or machines, join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing, and welding equipment. Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.

Mark positions for pipe connections, passage holds and fixtures in walls/floors.

Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.

Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported and graded.

Journey-person to assist in development with other team members and apprentices skills while working as Plumbers.

Other related duties as required.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $22.00-$46.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Application question(s):

- Must already live in BC to be considered for position.

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Gibsons, BC (preferred)

Work Location: In person