Licensed Plumber Residential and Light Commercial

Licensed Plumber Residential and Light Commercial

Ottawa, Canada

Company
Handyman Connection of Ottawa, ON
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
$70–$80 an hour
Posted
20 hours ago
Via
via Learn4Good
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Job Description
Position: Licensed Plumber for Residential and Light Commercial
Benefits:
• Professional Customer Service
• Branded Apparel
• Professional Paperwork
• Mobile Field App
• Flexible schedule
Operating your own Plumbing business can be challenging. Doing the work is your passion and rewarding, but everything else is just a pain and a distraction from what you really love to do.

Handyman Connection is here to take care of "the other stuff" so you can spend your time doing work you love and earning money.

We find the jobs, we schedule appointments, we manage the customer, and we take care of the payments. You can focus on doing the work. You decide what you want to do, where you want to do it, and when you want to do it. You can work as little or as much as you like.

What You Will Receive
• Earn $70-$80/hour depending on your skills and experience
• Work as an INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR - on your own schedule
• Work where and when YOU want
• Choose the jobs YOU want
• Professional Office Support - scheduling, customer support, job tracking, billing
• Access to our Handyman Connection mobile app to assist with scheduling
• Benefit from our support to sell and close more jobs
• Branded apparel and signage
Responsibilities

The Plumber performs and coordinates the installation, repair and service of plumbing and drainage systems in a residential and light commercial setting. You must have experience as a residential plumber, and you must have a positive attitude.
• Install, maintain and repair installed existing equipment and related plumbing and drainage systems.
• Work with and understand blueprints, schematics and job specifications as it applies to your craft and in accordance with safety and building codes.
• Ability to determine and clearly identify proper materials and material quantities for new and existing repair projects.
• Evaluate customer requests, price projects, troubleshoot customer issues, and present a description of a work order to a customer.
Requirements
• Must have 10 years experience in the remodeling or home repair trades
• Must pass screening process which includes reference and background checks
• Must have current Driver's License and Insurance
• Must have tools and vehicle
• Must carry plumbing license
• Must have a smart phone and access to the internet
Ready to Learn More?

Please complete the short application, and we will contact you for a quick conversation to see if this could be the right match for you.
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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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