Posted 4 months ago
Foreman Plumber / Mechanical
@ Ainsworth Inc
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Ainsworth Inc is hiring an experienced Foreman Plumber to lead plumbing crews on commercial and project-based mechanical jobs, including remote northern projects. The role covers plumbing installations and retrofits, hydronic and gas work, and safe, code-compliant delivery. The posting states a pay range of $55 to $62 per hour under a collective agreement, with shift work in remote locations.
Pay:
$55–$62 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise plumbing crews on site
- Install and repair water, drainage and fixtures
- Perform hydronic, chiller and heat pump work
- Size and install natural gas systems per code
- Coordinate with subcontractors and other trades
Requirements summary:
- Red Seal in Plumbing or Steamfitting
- Valid Gas B ticket
- Minimum 2 years in foreman or supervisory role
- Experience managing prime contractor projects
- Valid Alberta driver's licence
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · ultipro
- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-24
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Management experience | 2+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Construction site, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Red Seal, Gas B ticket |
| Driver’s licence | required |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Ainsworth Inc
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 115 |
If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the GDI Ainsworth team today!
Job Summary:
We are currently seeking experienced Construction and Plumbing Foremen to support our commercial and project-based mechanical operations. This role involves leadership on job sites, overseeing plumbing installations and retrofits, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable codes and standards. Work can include leading teams in remote northern projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise plumbing crews on-site, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to project schedules.
- Interpret and work from mechanical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Install, repair, and maintain water supply lines, drainage systems, plumbing fixtures, and associated mechanical equipment.
- Perform hydronic system retrofits (boilers, pumps), chiller and heat pump replacements, and air handler installations.
- Size and install natural gas distribution systems per code.
- Coordinate work with subcontractors, consultants, and other trades.
- Enforce and maintain safety protocols and company policies.
- Maintain a high standard of customer service and professionalism at all times.
Qualifications:
- Red Seal Certification in Plumbing or Steam fitting.
- Valid Gas B Ticket (minimum requirement).
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a Foreman or supervisory role.
- Proven experience managing prime contractor projects and working with multiple trades.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, industry standards, and local codes.
- Valid AB Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
- Ability to manage and mentor journeypersons and apprentices.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Physically fit and capable of lifting heavy materials and equipment as required.
- Comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
- Willing to work shifts in remote locations
The pay range is $55 to $62 per hour. The compensation for this position is as per the collective agreement.
This posting is for an active and current vacancy; interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.
GDI Ainsworth (a GDI company) is an integrated multi-trade company, offering end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference.
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