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Pipefitter, Apprentice - HSL, Local 1

@ JDI

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Full-time
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Overview

Irving Shipbuilding, part of J.D. Irving, Limited, is hiring a full-time Pipefitter Apprentice in Halifax, NS, through Local 1 HSL. The role involves laying out, fabricating and fitting pipe assemblies for marine and industrial projects, working from blueprints and specifications. Candidates need a pipefitting or plumbing trade certification and must be eligible to work in Canada, with a pre-employment physical and background check required.

Responsibilities:

  • Read marine or industrial blueprints and pipe arrangement drawings
  • Layout, fabricate and fit up pipe assemblies with fittings, flanges and valves
  • Work with carbon steel, copper-nickel and stainless steel pipe

Requirements summary:

  • Trade certificate specific to pipefitting
  • Plumber trade certification and relevant tickets
  • WHMIS certificate
  • Eligible to work in Canada
  • Pre-employment physical and background check

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Employer posting date
2026-10-22
First seen by our source
2026-10-22
Source record updated
2026-10-22

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleovertime
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Construction site, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer none
Licences & certificationsWHMIS, Plumber trade certification
Background checkscriminal record
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples, People with disabilities, Women, 2SLGBTQ+
EducationTrade certificate (required)
Fields of studyPipefitting, Plumbing

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Job description

Irving Shipbuilding is seeking Pipefitter Apprentices - Local 1, HSY with Plumbing experience in Halifax, NS.

  • Read and interpret marine or industrial blueprints, pipe detail arrangement drawings, and work from standard and metric specifications
  • Layout, fabricate, fit up a pipe assembly including fittings, flanges, and valves utilizing various tools and equipment
  • Work with various pipe materials such as carbon steel, copper-nickel, and stainless steel along with the appropriate valves and fitting
  • Education Required:
    • Trade Certificate specific to pipefitting trade
    • WHMIS certificate
  • Plumber trade certification and relevant tickets
  • You must be eligible to work in Canada to apply for this job
  • A pre-employment physical is required
  • A background check will be performed by the Employer
  • Physical effort and work conditions:
  • Work at heights from ladders, scaffolding, and platforms
  • Stand, stoop, bend, kneel, and climb
  • Work in confined spaces and inclement weather
  • Support extended hours and overtime as business needs dictate
  • Work may be performed indoors and outdoors
  • Frequently handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds
  • Occasionally lift and carry items that weigh over fifty (50lbs) pounds

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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