Journeyman Plumber

3 days ago

winnipeg, mb, Canada The J Hansen HVAC Group Full-time

The J. Hansen HVAC Group Inc. is in search of a skilled and dedicated Journeyman Plumber to join our team. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated professional with strong mechanical aptitude who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship. This role involves performing installation, maintenance, and service work on plumbing systems in commercial and residential environments.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and committed to building strong, long-term relationships with customers. With their technical expertise, commitment to quality workmanship, and dedication to service excellence the Journeyman Plumber will play a key role in upholding our company’s reputation for quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Read and interpret 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, and 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
  • Inspect plumbing systems to identify issues and implement effective solutions
  • Perform preventative maintenance and service work as required
  • Prepare cost estimates as required
  • Complete service documentation and communicate findings and recommendations professionally to customers
  • Support 24-hour emergency service on a flexible rotating on-call schedule
  • Maintain tools, equipment, and service vehicles in good working condition
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Service experience in commercial and/or residential environments is an asset
  • Backflow certification is considered an asset
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to support 24-hour emergency service on a rotating schedule
  • Ability to conduct work while standing, bending, crawling, lifting, climbing, pulling, and reaching
  • Ability to work in confined spaces, on ladders, and/or aerial platforms
  • Must be comfortable working at heights
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to provide a driver’s abstract

Education & Certifications

  • Completion of secondary school is required
  • Red Seal Journeyperson Plumber Certification is required
  • Gas Fitter Class B License is preferred; willingness to obtain certification is considered an asset.
  • WHMIS and applicable safety certifications
  • Complete health benefit package
  • Competitive company RRSP package with option for employee matching
  • Competitive wages, above industry standard