Plumber Apprentice

NOW HIRING!! (Must be local only – cannot sponsor due to immediate need of this position)

Job Description

Looking for a plumbing apprenticeship position with one of Ottawa’s oldest and most trusted service company? Francis Plumbing & Heating has an opening for an experienced residential plumber apprentice (ideally 2nd year apprentice or 2 years of residential plumbers helper experience) no commercial or construction service residential plumbing and hydronic services only.

You must have at least 2 years experience in the plumbing trade to be considered for this position (as a helper or an apprentice).

Tasks include but are not limited to:

Repairs to drains, fixtures, water lines, pumps, valves, etc.
Installation of water lines, drains, fixtures, pumps, valves, back water valves, etc.
Providing quotes and assisting in the installation of larger jobs and hydronic heating systems.
Also experienced at hot water tank installations, tankless installations, hydronic hybrid heating systems, radiant floor heating or boiler installations are a great bonus – but not mandatory for the position (we can teach you).

Mandatory licenses:

clean record drivers license
2 years plumbing residential experience as apprentice or plumbing helper required

Safety Certifications:

Not mandatory we can provide them but a bonus if you already have them.

WHMIS
Confined space
Working at Heights/Fall Arrest
First aid
Asbestos Awareness
etc…

Ongoing training provided to keep you up to date on the latest technology and equipment on the market.

Excellent English written, reading and oral skills are mandatory in this position (bi-lingual is a plus but not mandatory as all paperwork is done in English only). Must be able to print well (legibly) and be organized.

Able to learn new software is also mandatory as we are currently switching to a paperless system (work orders, job details, timesheets, will all be done through our online system via the provided company cell phone and/or company ipad, training is provided).

Must be a team player who loves to learn & share, has great communication skills, positive attitude, can perform independently and wants to make a good living representing a great company.

Competitive compensation packages available including:

Competitive salary
Commissions & bonuses on top of salary (banked or taken monthly)
Service van provided
Tools and Equipment provided (you provide small hand tools, we provide everything else)
Gas card provided
Uniforms provided
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Matching RSP benefits
Cell phone
Full office support team standing behind our technicians
Technical support from the manufacturers in addition to our senior technicians
& more…

There is room to grow with Francis – in business since 1933!

To be considered for the position please forward your resume by email. No resumes will be accepted for drop off in person (we need the digital copy so apply online please).

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship (after successful completion of 90 day probationary training period)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable based on the experience and skills you bring to the job.

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Since 1933, Francis Plumbing Heating and Cooling has been Ottawa’s trusted provider of HVAC and Plumbing services including installations, repairs & maintenance for furnaces, air-conditioners, heat pumps, boilers and water heaters. We offer after hours emergency HVAC repair services at no extra cost in Ottawa and surrounding areas including Barrhaven, Orléans, Vanier, Nepean, Kanata, and Stittsville. Contact us for all your HVAC and Plumbing needs!

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894 Boyd Avenue
Ottawa, ON
K2A 2E3

Phone: (613) 224-0041

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