Plumber/Journeyperson

Description: As a Plumber / Journeyperson on the shop floor, you will be reporting to the Director of Operations, and you’ll support the fabrication, assembly, and installation of water treatment systems. This role blends hands-on trade skills with careful, detail-oriented work. You’ll work closely with project, fabrication, and startup teams to help deliver reliable, high-quality equipment to CWT clients. Your experience in piping, mechanical assembly, and safe work practices will help ensure our systems are built correctly, documented properly, and ready for shipping, installation, and commissioning. Responsibilities: Build and install piping systems using PVC, CPVC, stainless, and other materials common to high-purity water treatment. Perform PVC solvent welding to CWT standards. Assemble valves, pumps, fittings, supports, instrumentation, and skid components. Interpret P&IDs, layout drawings, isometrics, and fabrication sketches. Support the construction of ancillary brackets and mounting hardware. Keep the fabrication area clean and organized and maintain neat, orderly work habits. Document daily work progress and support project logs. Prepare project skids for shipment, including protection and crating, as required. Assist with inventory checks and material handling. Position Qualifications: Journeyperson Plumber or equivalent trade certification. Experience with mechanical assembly and piping in industrial or commercial environments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be legally able to work in Canada and hold a valid driver’s license with an acceptable abstract. What We’re Looking For: Proficient in PVC solvent welding. Comfortable reading drawings, schematics, and P&IDs. Organized, systematic, and able to perform detailed work with accuracy. Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. Flexibility and excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. Experience with conflict management and resolution. Industry experience in oil and gas, health care, mining, construction, and hydrogeology is an asset. Working Conditions: Some heavy lifting as required. Short term travel (typically up to one week) to job sites is a condition of hire (Western Canada) and will occur on an as needed basis. Alcohol and drug testing is required on some sites and is a condition of hire. Drivers Abstract is required, and confirmation of insurability required. Technical /Trade School or Equivalent Experience Required. Police Criminal records check may be required. About Canadian Water Technologies Canadian Water Technologies (CWT) designs, builds, and services high-purity water treatment systems for industrial, municipal, health care, and life-science clients across Canada. We focus on innovative and sustainable solutions that deliver safe, reliable water quality. Our team combines technical expertise with hands-on experience in advanced treatment technologies like reverse osmosis, nano-filtration, and de-ionization. We’re proud of our collaborative culture, commitment to quality, and dedication to supporting clients long after installation.

Support the fabrication, assembly, and installation of high-purity water treatment systems on the shop floor. Responsibilities include building piping systems, assembling skid components, and documenting daily work progress.

Requires a Journeyperson Plumber certification or equivalent trade certification with experience in industrial or commercial mechanical assembly. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and be legally authorized to work in Canada.

• Problem solvingPreferred

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• PVC Solvent Welding
• Piping Installation
• Mechanical Assembly
• Reading P&IDs
• Reading Isometrics
• Water Treatment Systems
• Industrial Piping
• Blueprint Reading
• Material Handling
• Problem Solving
• Conflict Management
• Technical Documentation

• Trades
• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 23, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Associate

Application method

Direct apply is available