2nd & 3rd Year Plumbing Apprentices - Downtown Calgary
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.
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
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for plumbers in Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, the median wage for plumbers is CAD 32.50 per hour as of January 2026, with provincial minimums starting at CAD 17.20 in Nova Scotia and reaching CAD 25.00 in British Columbia for certified roles. Apprentices receive CAD 15.00 per hour during the first year of training, with overtime at 1.5 times after 44 hours weekly in Ontario.
What Red Seal certification and experience are required to work as a plumber in Canada in 2026?
The Government of Canada requires completion of a 4-5 year apprenticeship program plus 9000 hours of on-the-job training for Red Seal endorsement, which is mandatory in all provinces for journeyperson status as of 2026. Applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent and must pass the Red Seal exam with a minimum 70% score.
How many hours per week can plumbers work and what paid leave applies in Canada for 2026?
Government of Canada standards set standard hours at 40 per week for plumbers, with statutory holiday pay at 4% of earnings and vacation entitlement of 2 weeks after one year increasing to 3 weeks after five years. Full-time roles include 10 paid sick days annually under federal rules effective 2026.
What tax deductions apply to plumber income in Canada for the 2026 tax year?
The Government of Canada requires plumbers to pay federal income tax at 15% on the first CAD 55,867 earned in 2026 plus provincial taxes averaging 10-15%, with mandatory CPP contributions of 5.95% up to CAD 68,500 and EI premiums of 1.63% up to CAD 63,200. Tool and uniform expenses up to CAD 1,000 can be claimed as deductions.
