Posted 68 months ago
Plumbing Apprentice
@ Thos. R. Birnie & Sons
Hamilton, Ontario
Overview
Birnie Plumbing & Drains is hiring a 2nd to 5th year plumbing apprentice for its residential service team. The role diagnoses and repairs home plumbing systems and advises customers. The posting offers full-time work with no on-call duty, company trucks, an RRSP match and health benefits.
Pay:
$25–$35 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose residential plumbing problems
- Repair residential plumbing systems and drains
- Advise customers on repair options
- Operate a company or personal service truck
Requirements summary:
- Registered 306A plumbing apprentice in Ontario, 2nd to 5th year
- Valid driver's licence with clean abstract
- Ability to run own service truck
- Strong customer service and people skills
- Completed schooling terms an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2021-03-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Client sites, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Paid training |
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Thos. R. Birnie & Sons
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Full company description
Birnie Plumbing & Drains (formerly Thos. R. Birnie & Sons) is an original family owned company that has been providing service to the Hamilton and Golden Horseshoe communities for 100 years. We specialize in residential plumbing and drain services. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the people we meet daily, and we have been for generations!
- LinkedIn followers
- 101
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 11
- Reported office locations
- 390 Lake Ave N, Hamilton, Ontario L8E 3A2, CA
- Other recorded names
- Thos. R. Birnie & Sons
- Birnie Plumbing and Drains
- Specialties
- Original family owned and operated and We specialize in residential plumbing and drain services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Birnie Plumbing & Drains (formerly Thos. R. Birnie & Sons) is an original family owned company that has been providing service to the Hamilton and Golden Horseshoe communities for 100 years. We specialize in residential plumbing and drain services. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the people we meet daily, and we have been for generations!
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Individual and Family Services |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Hamilton, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1922 |
| Specialties | Original family owned and operated and We specialize in residential plumbing and drain services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 6 |
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The Opportunity:
Birnie Plumbing & Drains is looking for an experienced 2nd - 5th Year Plumbing Apprentice to join our amazing service team. As a plumbing apprentice with us, you'll diagnose and repair residential plumbing systems while helping our customers make informed and confident decisions.
What We Offer:
- Best in class schedule, including NO ON CALL.
- Competitive wages with the ability to earn more.
- Support and training from a team of skilled technicians.
- Fun company culture.
- Great health benefits.
- RRSP plan with company match.
- Technology and online software - Very limited paperwork.
- Company supplied service trucks with take home availability.
What We Need From You:
- Must be a registered 306A plumbing apprentice with the Ministry of Ontario.
- Minimum 2nd - 5th year Plumbing Apprentice with the ability to run your own truck.
- Valid driver’s license with clean driver's abstract.
- Completion of schooling terms is an asset.
- Customer service focused with strong people skills.
- Hard worker determined to find solutions.
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.
Job Availability
We accept applications for this position on an ongoing basis. We are currently considering applicants for a vacancy or for growth purposes. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We use an Applicant Tracking System that may use AI components to assist in the screening or assessment of job applications for this position. All final hiring decisions are reviewed and made by our human recruitment team.
About Us:
Trusted for over 100 Years!
Birnie Plumbing & Drains is a family-owned company that has proudly served our community since the 1920s. With four generations of expertise, we specialize in residential plumbing & drains services while delivering quality workmanship, lasting solutions, and exceptional customer care. Our team is dedicated to enhancing the lives of the people we meet every day, just as we have done for generations. Learn more at www.birnie.pro
Please note Birnie Plumbing & Drains is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available through the hiring process upon request. Please notify us if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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