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Plumbers  (NOC 7251)
Prince Edward Island
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Plumbers install, repair and maintain pipes, fixtures and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste water disposal in residential, commercial and industrial buildings. They are employed in maintenance departments of factories, plants and similar establishments, by plumbing contractors, or they may be self-employed.

maintenance plumber, plumber, plumber apprentice, plumbing mechanic.

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Plumbers perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems
  • Install, repair and maintain domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
  • Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
  • Cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
  • Measure, cut, bend and thread pipes using hand and power tools or machines
  • Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
  • Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
  • May prepare cost estimates.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Charlottetown, Summerside, Alberton, Cornwall, Kensington, Montague, Souris, Stratford

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Education & Job Requirements for Plumbers in Prince Edward Island

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

Local Employment Requirements

Grade 12, or equivalent, is required. Some employers may require completion of a pre-employment training program.

Trade certification is compulsory in P.E.I. To be eligible for trade certification as a plumber new entrants must complete a four-year apprenticeship program.

Interprovincial trade certification (Red Seal) is also available to qualified plumbers and allows for interprovincial mobility.

[Report Publication Date: 2012-03-06 |  Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

Skills Requirements

There are often specific abilities, aptitudes and knowledge that are prerequisites to obtain employment in an occupation.

Most employers who advertise are looking for workers who have the following experience and skills.

Experience:
1-5 years

Specific Skills:
Install, repair and maintain plumbing fixtures and systems. Join pipes with couplings, clamps, screws, bolts or cement. Inspect and test pipes for leaks.

Additional Skills:
Instruct apprentices.

[Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

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Local Training

Holland College:

The Plumbing program is developed from nationally identified skills for piping occupations. It is a nine month program offered in Georgetown.

For further information contact:
Holland College
140 Weymouth Street
Charlottetown, PEI C1A 7N4
Phone: 1-800-446-5265
www.hollandcollege.com
info@hollandcollege.com

Innovation and Advanced Learning - Apprenticeship Section:

The Apprenticeship Section will arrange training for registered apprentices. In-school apprenticeship training is provided at Holland College. Six weeks of block release training is offered in Georgetown for this occupation.

For further information contact:
Innovation and Advanced Learning - Apprenticeship Section
PO Box 2000, 90 University Ave Suite 212
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8
Phone: (902) 368-4460
www.apprenticeship.pe.ca
dmdoyle@edu.pe.ca

[ Report Publication Date: 2012-03-06 | Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]
Information for Newcomers

Getting your language skills assessed

If you do not know what your English or French language level is, visit one of the Language Assessment Centres across Canada. They will assess your language level and direct you to the appropriate language training program.

[ Source: Citizenship and Immigration Canada ]
Please consult the Prince Edward Island and Canada tabs for more useful information related to education and job requirements.