Job Description

Plumber - Apprentice

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Job Number:
J0825-0524
Position Title:
Plumber - Apprentice
Department:
Public Works
Appointment Status:
Full-Time Temporary
Employee Group:
CUPE 1289
Job Category:
Skilled Trades
Closing Date:
October 10, 2025

Our City, Our Future

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St. John's is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John's is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John's and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John's a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The Opportunity

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This is skilled plumbing work requiring employment of standard trade practices on a variety of plumbing installations.

Accountabilities

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This is skilled plumbing work requiring employment of standard trade practices on a variety of plumbing installations.



Accountabilities

Install and perform maintenance water meters, on all City owned property such as Administration, Housing, Depot, Landfill, Parks and Recreation, Fire and Pumping Stations.


Perform necessary plumbing work involved in the winterizing and DE winterizing plumbing system in City owned facilities.


Repair and install as required in City owned facilities.


Assist the City's Water Works Department in performing plumbing repairs and in the installation of water lines.


Become knowledgeable of the City of St. John's Plumbing By-Laws.
The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Qualifications

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Education - High School Diploma, registered as an Apprentice in the above noted trades. Preference will be given to applicants in the fourth year of the Apprenticeship Program; however applicants at earlier levels may also be considered.



A foreign diploma or certificate equal to the applicable Canadian credential will also be considered with the following documentation (to be submitted with application):

An educational credential assessment (ECA) report from a recognized organization to show your credential is valid and equal to a Canadian credential. If you already have an ECA report, it must be less than 5 years old. Language testing - Must have taken the approved language testing for Atlantic Immigration Program which is less than 2 years old and meets the level the program requires. Valid work permit or other authorization to legally work in Canada.


Specific Skills/Certifications -

Self-motivated to work effectively with very limited supervision. Strong communication skills to liaise with City Departments. Exceptional operation skills of a computer terminal. Addresses people in a tactful, diplomatic manner.


Other -



Valid Class 5 Driver's License.

Working Conditions

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This position will primarily be indoors; however, it does require travel to various job sites, including residential, commercial, and industrial locations. This means that there may be occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions.


Frequently interacting with clients, contractors, other tradespeople, and supervisors on-site.


Exposure to confined spaces, heights, and potentially hazardous materials is possible, requiring adherence to safety protocols.

Physical Requirements

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Physical Requirements

Light to moderate physical effort can be expected infrequently when assisting with or conducting plumbing repairs or installations.


Must have finger dexterity and grasping ability to operate plumbing tools, equipment, or a computer.


Normal physical effort is required daily for movement around job sites and the workplace.


Frequent lifting, carrying, and handling of plumbing equipment and materials.


Ability to stand, crouch, and kneel for extended periods.

Hours of Work

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40 hours per week. Shift Work as required.



Hourly rate for Journeyperson Plumber is $40.27 per hour.



Apprentice compensation is based on percentage of the Journeyperson rate, as outlined below:



4th year apprentice - 90% of Journeyperson rate

3rd year apprentice - 80% of Journeyperson rate

2nd year apprentice - 70% of Journeyperson rate

1st year apprentice - 60% of Journeyperson rate

Applicants must be members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 1289, or should be prepared to join the Union immediately upon appointment.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John's does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.


This City of St. John's is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community's diversity.


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