Apprentice Plumber

PR Mechanical is a fast-growing Plumbing & Mechanical company that specializes in various commercial projects from tenant improvements to multi-unit residential projects. We are looking to expand our team and hire driven, dependable and hard-working people looking to further their careers

We are looking for **a Plumber Apprentice** to start full-time immediately. Must be available to work Monday - Friday anytime during the hours of 7AM-5PM (a typical day is 8 hours). A valid driver's license is a requirement as job sites are located throughout the Lower Mainland anywhere from Langley to North Vancouver.

Our apprentices value respect and teamwork. They take great pride and passion in their work, are eager to learn and looking for a challenging, and rewarding position. Apprentices receive on-the-job training with sponsorship through the ITA apprentice program.

**We Offer**:

- Full-time, steady work
- Knowledgeable, friendly staff
- Competitive compensation and perks
- Apprentice incentives including paid tuition and tool purchase programs
- Extended health & dental benefits
- Growth opportunities
- Respectful work environment
- Paid vacation
- Company power tools
- Amazing corporate culture

**Responsibilities include (but not limited to)**:

- Measuring and installing pipes, fixtures and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste water disposal
- Move equipment and materials to different areas of site as assigned by Foreman
- Measure, cut, bend and thread pipes using hand and power tools, join pipe using couplings, clamps, screws and bolds
- Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls
- Follow safety procedures on site

**Skills & Requirements**:

- Ability to handle plumbing tools and equipment (pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, plungers etc.)
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with clients and office staff
- Minimum 1 year experience
- Strong work ethic
- Reliable and punctual
- Drivers Licence and vehicle
- Fluent in English
- Legally entitled to work in Canada

**Work Environment**:

- This is a full-time position
- Overtime as required
- Standing on your feet 8 hours a day
- Walking up and down stairs all day long
- Walking through uneven grounds on construction sites
- Navigating around obstacles on construction sites, such as heavy equipment, cars, trucks

**Salary**:
$16-$26 per hour

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

**Salary**: $16.00-$26.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
The health and safety of our employees, our families and the community have always been a priority. We continue to prioritize COVID-19 precautions and safety measures on-site and in-office to ensure we are minimizing any related risks.

Application question(s):

- Do you currently live in the Lower Mainland?

**Experience**:

- Plumbing: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver's License (preferred)

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

**Salary**: $16.44-$35.99 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- plumbing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location