Gas Fitter Apprentice

Work site environment

• Noisy

Work setting

• Various locations
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Mechanical and service company
• Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Install gas heating units and their components
• Service gas heating units and their components
• Prepare tenders and quotations
• Repair and service gas appliances and related equipment
• Advise clients regarding standards, safety features and maintenance of gas units and systems
• Test and adjust control mechanisms and check pipes and piping connections for gas leaks using gas detecting devices
• Test and replace defective equipment or components

Additional information

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Basic security clearance
• Driver's validity licence check
• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Positive attitude

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits