Title: 

Plumbing Apprentice 

Department: 

Plumbing 

Reports To: 

Production Supervisor 

About Us

Silent-Aire, a division of Johnson Controls, is a global leader in owner equipment manufacturing (OEM) dedicated to providing custom solutions for data center customers. Our product line includes large-scale equipment such as air handling units and modular data centers. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and delivering tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs.

Overview 

The Plumbing Apprentice will assist the Journeyperson Plumber(s) in installation, maintenance, and repairs associated with plumbing and heating requirements for a large manufacturing environment. 

Roles & Responsibilities 

• Excellent facilitation, investigation, and problem-solving skills. 

• Sets priorities on work assignments and has ability to meet established deadlines. 

• Able to braze/solder copper pipe. 

• Able to work with PVC pipe. 

• Experience with hand and power tools. 

• Participate in proper clean-ups to ensure an efficient and safe work environment.  

• Maintains a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance, and repair techniques. 

• Performs all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Code. 

• Other duties as required. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

• Registered as a Plumbing Apprentice in Alberta and enrolled in a recognized trade school.  

• Ability to work under the supervision of Journeyperson plumbers, as part of a team, and independently in a busy environment. 

• Experience with routine electrical maintenance operations is an asset. 

• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment. 

• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. 

• Able to work well under pressure. 

• Strong attention to detail. 

• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times. 

Working Conditions 

• 24/7 availability may be required. 

• Must have the physical ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 lbs. 

• Travel to off-site locations may be required. 

• Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment). 

• Overtime as required. 

• Hazards associated with the trade. 

• Work both indoors and outdoors, may be exposed to construction sites. 

Contacts 

• Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team and Production Supervisor.