Job Description

Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical, electrical, integrated building technology, and building services needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, and Ottawa. We also develop custom, turnkey solutions to help reach the desired outcomes. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada’s infrastructure and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal.

WE BUILD FOR LIFE.

We value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork and we are committed to ensuring that our teams have everything they need to succeed. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do and, as a result, our award-winning safety culture has a record that’s well above industry standards.

At Modern Niagara, you will work alongside values-driven, safety-conscious, and high-impact teams in a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative environment. Here, your knowledge, skills, and excellent service will help ensure that the buildings that make up Canada’s infrastructure fulfill the needs they were set out to meet.

Modern Niagara is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and is a recipient of SMACNA’s Safety Excellence Award Program (SSEAP) – Canada and the Canadian Occupational Safety (COS) Magazine’s Gold Winner for Canada’s Safest Employers Award in the Building and Construction category and Excellence Winner for Canada’s Best Health + Safety Culture Award as well as Canada’s Best Health + Safety Leader Award.

We are currently looking for an Apprentice Service Plumber and Gas-Fitter to join our Plumbing Service team in MNBS. This is an excellent opportunity for an apprentice looking to develop their technical skills, gain valuable commercial service experience, and build a long-term career with a values-driven, safety-conscious, and high-impact team.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced Journeypersons and service technicians while gaining hands-on experience in the diagnostics, troubleshooting, repair, preventative maintenance, and servicing of commercial plumbing and mechanical systems.

Our Impact

A real opportunity to make a real difference in building Canada’s infrastructure trade-by-trade and building-by-building.

Modern Niagara has a proven track record of keeping field workers employed for a very long time. Reach out and find out what makes us different than the rest.

Why Work at Modern Niagara?

• An opportunity to build the places where people live, work, and heal.
• A foundation to build on – everyone on our team has access to mentorship and both technical and soft skills training opportunities.
• A positive culture – our core values are shared values which define who we are and how we perform.
• A place to perfect your craft with pride as you work in a high safety-conscious environment.
• Competitive wages and union benefits.
• Hands-on experience working alongside experienced Journeypersons and service technicians.
• Opportunities to develop your plumbing and gas-fitting skills in a commercial service environment.
• We truly care about our team – you are our greatest asset.

Position: Apprentice Service Plumber and Gas-Fitter

Department: Plumbing Service – MNBS

Pay: $24.89/hour – $44.80/hour + Vacation Pay / Statutory Holiday Pay / Union Package

Pay Range: 1st Year to 4th Year Apprentice

Start Date: Immediately

Union/Non-Union: Union

The Role

The Apprentice Service Plumber and Gas-Fitter will work under the direction and supervision of experienced Journeypersons and service technicians while developing the skills and knowledge required to become a successful commercial plumbing and gas-fitting service technician.

The successful candidate will assist with service, maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial plumbing and mechanical systems while continuing to develop their trade knowledge through on-the-job training and apprenticeship education.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Apprentice Service Plumber and Gas-Fitter include, but are not limited to:

• Assist Journeypersons with commercial plumbing service and repair work.
• Assist with the diagnosis and troubleshooting of plumbing and mechanical systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance under appropriate supervision.
• Assist with servicing commercial plumbing equipment and systems.
• Assist with servicing pumps, controls, and related mechanical equipment.
• Assist with domestic hot water system service and maintenance.
• Assist with backflow prevention equipment service and testing.
• Assist with gas-fired equipment service and maintenance.
• Learn to identify equipment issues and assist with determining appropriate repair requirements.
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Learn and apply applicable plumbing, gas, mechanical, and safety codes.
• Complete service work safely and professionally under the direction of experienced technicians.
• Maintain accurate service reports and work orders as required.
• Communicate professionally with customers, building operators, project teams, and other trades.
• Work collaboratively with Journeypersons, apprentices, and other trades.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Use mobile applications and digital service tools to complete required documentation.
• Follow all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Continue developing technical skills through apprenticeship training and hands-on experience.

Required Skills

• Strong interest in developing a career in plumbing and gas-fitting.
• Enrolled in or willing to participate in the appropriate plumbing and gas-fitting apprenticeship program.
• Basic understanding of plumbing tools, materials, and equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and learn from experienced Journeypersons.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional attitude and willingness to work in a service environment.
• Ability to accurately complete documentation and service records.
• Basic computer and digital technology skills.
• Ability to use email, mobile applications, and other digital service tools.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to take initiative.
• Ability to work independently when appropriately trained and supervised.

Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Plumbing Apprentice or willingness to enter/register in the applicable apprenticeship program.
• Previous experience in commercial plumbing, mechanical service, construction, or a related trade environment is considered an asset.
• Previous experience with commercial plumbing systems is considered an asset.
• Gas-fitting experience or training is considered an asset.
• Experience with commercial boilers, hydronic heating systems, pumps, controls, domestic hot water systems, backflow prevention, or gas-fired equipment is considered an asset.
• Valid driver's license is considered an asset.
• Previous construction or service experience is considered an asset.

The successful candidate must be driven, professional, safety-conscious, dependable, and committed to learning and developing their trade skills.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Modern Niagara, we recognize the value of fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and are committed to eliminating barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and new immigrants) in the construction industry. Our DEI vision is to build an organization where everyone has access to the same opportunities, experience equitable outcomes, and can thrive and reach their full potential.

We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. Modern Niagara is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise us so that suitable accommodations can be made. We can be reached at careers@modernniagara.com.