Licensed Plumber Residential and Light Commercial
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.
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.
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.
