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Located in Calgary, AB

Salary: 85-100k yearly salary

Commercial Journeyman Plumber

Company: Express Employment Professionals (On behalf of our reputable client)

Location: Calgary, AB and surrounding areas

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Position Overview:

Express is seeking a skilled and dedicated Commercial Journeyman Plumber to join
our reputable client’s commercial construction and mechanical team. This role
focuses on large-scale commercial builds, tenant improvements, and multi-family
projects across the Calgary area. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience
interpreting engineered blueprints, installing heavy-duty commercial piping networks,
and leading phases of rough-in and finish work. You will ensure all installations
comply strictly with the National Plumbing Code of Canada and local Alberta
regulations while maintaining high production and safety standards on site.

Key Responsibilities:

● Commercial Installation: Install, alter, and repair large-scale commercial
plumbing systems, including domestic water distribution, sanitary drainage,
storm systems, and vent piping.
● Blueprint & Schematic Literacy: Read, interpret, and accurately execute
layouts from complex mechanical, structural, and architectural blueprints,
including detailed isometric drawings.
● Material & Piping Joinery: Work proficiently with diverse commercial materials,
including copper (soldering/brazing/ProPress), cast iron (no-hub), PVC, ABS,
and carbon steel pipe.
● System Integration: Lay out and install commercial fixtures, backflow
prevention devices, booster pumps, and commercial water heating systems.
● HVAC & Hydronics: Assist with the installation of hydronic heating systems,
radiant heating, and boiler loops; experience with commercial HVAC systems
is considered a strong asset.
● Site Collaboration: Coordinate layout details with site superintendents, sheet
metal installers, gasfitters, and electricians to ensure smooth project
progression.
● Safety Leadership: Maintain a strict standard of site safety by adhering to
Alberta OH&S regulations, utilizing PPE, and participating in daily tool-box
talks.

Qualifications & Requirements:

● Certification: Valid Alberta Journeyman Plumber Certificate or equivalent
provincial trade ticket (Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement is highly
preferred).
● Gasfitter Ticket: A valid Gasfitter (Class A or B) endorsement is a significant
asset for commercial mechanical projects.
● Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of dedicated experience on commercial
construction sites, tenant fit-outs, or industrial projects.
● Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in trade mathematics for calculating
precise offsets, pipe slopes, and material take-offs.
● Safety Tickets: Valid CSTS-2020 (Construction Safety Training System) and
WHMIS 2015 are required; Aerial Work Platform (AWP) and Fall Protection
certificates are highly advantageous.
● Tools & Transport: Must possess a complete set of hand tools appropriate for
commercial plumbing and a valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License with reliable
transportation to various job sites.
● Physical Capabilities: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work at heights on scaffolding
or scissor lifts, and perform physical labor in varying weather conditions.

Recommended Screening Questions for your Express Posting
To instantly filter unqualified applicants on your recruitment platform, consider adding
these mandatory screening questions:

1. Do you hold a valid Alberta Journeyman Plumber Certificate or a recognized
   provincial equivalent with a Red Seal? (Yes / No)
2.  How many years of experience do you have specifically on commercial
   construction or tenant improvement job sites?
3. Do you hold a valid Gasfitter Class A or B certification in the province of
   Alberta? (Yes / No)
4.  Do you have active safety certificates for CSTS-2020 and WHMIS? (Yes / No)

Please apply today at jobs.calgaryabsouth@expresspros.com and include job title in the email.

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