Journeyman Plumber
Company
Plomberie Charbonneau Inc.
Location
Montreal, Quebec
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
22 days ago
Via
via Eluta.ca
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Job Description
• Located in commercial, institutional and industrial or residential buildings.
• Installs, repairs, changes, or replaces plumbing systems that distribute, store, or dispose of water, air, or gas for:
• Sanitary equipment; and
• Heating systems
• Reads plans, drawings, and specifications to determine the location of pipes, heating systems, and water supply and drainage systems.
• Determines the placement of pipes and fittings and cuts openings in walls, floors, and ceilings.
• Measures, cuts, and bends pipes using manual or mechanical machines or tools.
• Connects pipes using hose clamps, screws, bolts, or material for gluing, soldering, or welding. Installs supports, valves, and conduits.
• Connects equipment, checks system leak-tightness, and performs the correct adjustments at commissioning.
• Performs all other related tasks.
Requirements
• CCQ competency certificate – Journeyman
• Command of the Quebec plumbing code
• Ability to read plans and diagrams
• Skills in welding, measuring, tracing, bonding, coating, bending, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of materials (copper, stainless steel, iron, steel, zinc, plastic, etc.)
• Team player
• Ability to work on scaffolding at height outdoors no matter the season
• Ability to use a wide variety of tools and equipment
• Ability to move heavy objects
• Punctual self-starter
• Travel to various sites in Greater Montreal and surrounding areas
• Valid class 5 driver’s licence (asset)
• Written and spoken French
• Functional spoken English (asset)
We offer
• Daytime shift Monday to Friday
• Eight hours per day
• CCQ salaries as per the decree
• A dynamic work environment
• Advancement opportunities
• Installs, repairs, changes, or replaces plumbing systems that distribute, store, or dispose of water, air, or gas for:
• Sanitary equipment; and
• Heating systems
• Reads plans, drawings, and specifications to determine the location of pipes, heating systems, and water supply and drainage systems.
• Determines the placement of pipes and fittings and cuts openings in walls, floors, and ceilings.
• Measures, cuts, and bends pipes using manual or mechanical machines or tools.
• Connects pipes using hose clamps, screws, bolts, or material for gluing, soldering, or welding. Installs supports, valves, and conduits.
• Connects equipment, checks system leak-tightness, and performs the correct adjustments at commissioning.
• Performs all other related tasks.
Requirements
• CCQ competency certificate – Journeyman
• Command of the Quebec plumbing code
• Ability to read plans and diagrams
• Skills in welding, measuring, tracing, bonding, coating, bending, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of materials (copper, stainless steel, iron, steel, zinc, plastic, etc.)
• Team player
• Ability to work on scaffolding at height outdoors no matter the season
• Ability to use a wide variety of tools and equipment
• Ability to move heavy objects
• Punctual self-starter
• Travel to various sites in Greater Montreal and surrounding areas
• Valid class 5 driver’s licence (asset)
• Written and spoken French
• Functional spoken English (asset)
We offer
• Daytime shift Monday to Friday
• Eight hours per day
• CCQ salaries as per the decree
• A dynamic work environment
• Advancement opportunities
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for welders in Ontario as of January 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the general minimum wage in Ontario is CAD 17.20 per hour as of January 1 2026 for welders in non-unionized roles. Welders classified under skilled trades receive overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 44 hours per week. This rate applies uniformly across all sectors without provincial variations for this occupation.
What work permit requirements apply for international welders moving to Canada in 2026?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with an approved LMIA for NOC 72106 welders. Applicants need a minimum of two years paid experience in the last five years plus Red Seal endorsement. Processing takes 8 weeks for 80 percent of applications submitted after April 2026.
What education and certification are needed to qualify as a welder in Canada?
Employment and Social Development Canada lists completion of a 2-3 year apprenticeship or Red Seal certification as mandatory for NOC 72106 welder positions. Candidates must hold a high school diploma plus 6,000 hours of documented on-the-job training by December 2026. Provincial trade authorities issue the certificate of qualification after passing the Red Seal exam.
Which documents are required when applying for welder jobs through the federal skilled trades program?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, Red Seal certificate, language test results at CLB 5 or higher, and proof of funds equaling CAD 13,757 for a single applicant as of 2026. The Express Entry profile requires an Educational Credential Assessment for any foreign training completed before submission. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 5 MB each.
