2nd & 3rd Year Plumbing Apprentices - Downtown Calgary

2nd & 3rd Year Plumbing Apprentices - Downtown Calgary

Calgary, Canada

Company
Pitt Meadows Plumbing & Mechanical Systems
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$31.82–$39.16 an hour
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Pitt Meadows Plumbing and Mechanical Systems has been a leader in the industry for over 40 years. We specialize in installation of large-scale residential, commercial, institutional, educational, and medical design-build plumbing and mechanical projects.

We are currently looking for 2nd & 3rd Year Plumbing Apprentices to join our team on a conversion project in Downtown Calgary.

If you are looking for an awesome company to build your career with, with tons of growth opportunities, and that thrives on innovative design and cutting-edge technology, then PMP is for you!

We offer:
• A competitive compensation package
• Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package
• Group RRSP program
• Opportunities for continuous education
• Monetary Incentives for Employee Referrals
• Growth opportunities
• Amazing corporate culture
• Respectful work environment
• Company-Paid Apprenticeship Program

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Reporting to the Red Seal Plumber, the Plumber Apprentice will:
• Assist Red Seal Plumber on all tasks related to the trade
• Carry out construction, assembly, alteration, or renovation of plumbing installations, possibly for single and multi-storey residential, commercial, and institutional environments
• Carry out construction, maintenance and repair to existing plumbing for gas appliances, water reticulation, sewage systems, drainage systems and roofing systems – digging drains, installing pipes, erecting sub-floor plumbing structures; wall and roof cladding and all plumbing hardware and fittings, appliances and assemblies
• Safely utilize hand tools and power tools
• Operate workshop equipment in a safe manner
• Handle and store plumbing supplies and materials
• Follow appropriate safety practices to access plumbing installations and when using ladders, other access ways, handrails, barriers, trench supports, scaffolding and mechanical lifts (if trained/licensed)
• Follow established employment and safety policies and procedures
• Read and interpret various types of construction/installation diagrams
• Follow written and verbal instructions in the workplace, on construction sites and trade school environments
• Communicate and interact with others in an appropriate fashion in the workplace, on construction sites and in trade school environments
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills & Requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to multitask and prioritize.
• Detail-oriented and organized.
• Willingness to learn and work your way up through the apprenticeship program with PMP.
• Be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Be able to work from heights of up to 25 feet in the air on scissor lifts or ladders.
• Be mechanically inclined to work safely with hand tools and power tools.
• Be able to withstand the high-stress and fast-paced environment on a construction site.
• Be a team player (must be able to work well with others on construction sites, including PMP employees, contractors, sub-trades and others).
• Must be legally entitled to work full-time hours in Canada.

Who are you?
• You value teamwork and consider yourself a true team player.
• You represent yourself and your work with passion and pride.
• You strive to do the right thing, always.
• You want a challenging yet rewarding position.

Compensation: $31.82/h to $39.16/h (DOE) + 5% RRSP + Full Health & Dental Benefits 100% Company-Paid + Life Insurance + LTD + AD&D + Company-Paid Apprenticeship.

To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.pittmeadows.net/

Check us out on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/pitt-meadows-plumbing/

See our employee reviews on Indeed https://ca.indeed.com/cmp/Pitt-Meadows-Plumbing-&-Mechanical-Systems/reviews

Applications will not be accepted at our office or on the job site – online applications only.

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in Canada

Q What is the median hourly wage for plumbers in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the median hourly wage for plumbers (NOC 72300) in Canada is $36.50 CAD as of January 2026. Entry-level plumbers earn $24.00 CAD per hour, while experienced plumbers earn up to $45.00 CAD per hour nationally.
Q Do international workers need a work permit for plumber jobs in Canada?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires foreign workers to obtain a work permit for plumber jobs unless exempt under NAFTA or intra-company transfer. Plumbers qualify under NOC TEER 2 for Express Entry if they have 2 years of experience and CLB 5 language proficiency, with processing times of 6 months as of 2026.
Q What education and experience is needed to qualify as a plumber in Canada?
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, followed by a 4-year apprenticeship with 9,000 hours of on-the-job training and 8 weeks of classroom instruction per year. Journeyperson certification via Red Seal exam is needed after completion, with 70% pass rate required.
Q What documents are needed to apply for plumber apprenticeship in Canada?
Applicants must submit a high school diploma, resume showing related experience, valid ID, and safety training certificate like WHMIS. Applications go through provincial apprenticeship authorities, with intake deadlines on March 1 and September 1 annually.
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