Plumber and Gasfitter 4th yr/journeyperson
Company
Ritz Mechanical Services Ltd
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$32–$40 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
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Job Description
Looking for 4th year or journeyperson plumbers/gas fitters to join our team. Family owned and operated since 2000. We offer competitive wages and benefits. Located on the Southside but work all over the city and area. Our jobs include residential/commercial service work, new custom homes and residential/commercial renovations.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $32.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $32.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care
Work Location: In person
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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.
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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.
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