Due to the exciting expansion of Modern Niagara within Vancouver and the winning of some of British Columbia’s most prestigious projects, we are looking for a number of highly motivated and energetic Journeypersons and apprentices to join our team and work on these exciting projects. If you're interested in shaping the landscape of Vancouver and joining a company with a field-first attitude, recognizes value, as well as promotes from within, apply right now!
Why Work For Us?
· $24.60 for Apprentices and $44.73 for Journeypersons per hour.
- UA Local 170 pay and benefit package.
- Signing bonus
- Employee referral bonus
- Opportunity for overtime
- Flexible work week options
- Project specific transit and travel incentives
While technical experience is a primary objective of this position, it must be coupled with a drive to develop and mentor others.
Start dates are flexible. We are willing to work with the right individual to pin down a start date that works for everyone including immediately if that works best.
OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform assigned tasks and responsibilities efficiently and effectively under the direction of the Project Foreperson
- Read and interpret blueprint drawings for assigned projects
- Ability to adhere and uphold the safety protocols and measures put in place by Modern Niagara to ensure the safety of all employees
- Perform additional related duties as required under the direction of the Project Foreperson
- Continue to grow, develop and learn new skills, further honing your craft
- Have fun building some of Canada’s most prestigious and complex mechanical projects!
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Previous experience across the installation of plumbing and piping systems across either residential, commercial, institutional, or healthcare projects is an asset
- Journeypersons: Red Seal trade qualification
- Apprentices: High School Diploma or general education degree (GED). Mechanical Trade qualification or currently enrolled in an Apprenticeship program is a strong asset.
- UA union membership required upon hiring.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Able to work at heights with all necessary safety training completed
- Safety conscience individual who respects and adheres to all safety measures whilst on site
- Strong work ethic with impressive mechanical problem solving/troubleshooting skills
- Hardworking individual with a strong desire to learn and grow within their position
- Ability to work on own initiative but also within a team. Capable of mentoring and aiding the development of junior apprentices
- Positive and professional attitude
Live the Modern Niagara Core Values - Teamwork, Initiative, Dedication, Professionalism, Passion.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $24.60-$44.73 per hour
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you live in Vancouver/Lower Mainland?
Experience:
- Plumbing: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Plumbing Apprenticeship (preferred)
- Red Seal Plumbing Journeyperson Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person