Master Plumber

1 month ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Killam Apartment REIT Full time

Company Overview:
Killam Apartment REIT is a growth-oriented real estate investment trust focused on maximizing its value and long-term profitability through increasing earnings, expanding the portfolio, and developing high-quality properties in Atlantic Canada and other core markets.

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Master Plumber to join our team in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on a full-time basis. The successful candidate will have a strong background in plumbing, with excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering exceptional results.

Job Summary:
The Master Plumber will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining domestic, commercial, or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems. This includes reading blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems, water supply networks, and waste and drainage systems. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of plumbing codes and regulations, as well as excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Read blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems, water supply networks, and waste and drainage systems.
  • Install, repair, and maintain domestic, commercial, or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems.
  • Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes, and fixtures in walls and floors.
  • Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings.
  • Measure, cut, bend, and thread pipes using hand and power tools or machines.
  • Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, soldering, brazing, and welding equipment.
  • Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.

Requirements:
To be considered for this role, you must have a strong background in plumbing, with a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in related roles. You should also possess a trade certification and be reliable, punctual, and skilled in the field. Excellent interpersonal communication and teamwork skills are essential, as is the ability to work evenings/weekends and have a valid driver's license.

What We Offer:
We offer a competitive salary of $65,000 - $80,000 per year, commensurate with skills and experience. Other benefits include an annual incentive program, a cost-shared health and dental plan, paid volunteer days, an employee unit purchase plan, opportunities for job-related training and development, an employer-funded Employee and Family Assistance Program, discounts at local businesses through our Perks Program, and career advancement opportunities.