Plumber

Description and Responsibilities

Plumbers assemble, repair, install and maintain air, gas, water, steam, sewer and plumbing pipes. They are familiar with all inspection requirements and local regulations for plumbing facilities, and make estimates for materials used for installation and repairs.

Source: Comité patronal de négociation du secteur de la santé et des services sociaux  (in French only)

Education and Training Requirements

To work in the health and social services network, plumbers must have a pipefitter qualification certificate (in French only) issued by Emploi-Québec.

Required Interests, Skills and Personality Type

• Must be able to solve problems and make decisions
• Must be in great physical condition
• Must be thorough and detail-oriented
• Must enjoy physical work and handling (medical) instruments
• Must manage stress well

Personality Type (RIASEC)

RIE

• R - Prefers practical work and handling tools
• I - Prefers studying, understanding and solving problems
• E - Prefers supervising, making decisions and managing, influencing and persuading others

Work Environment

Plumbers work in all areas (in French only) of the health and social services network.

Useful Links

• Corporation des maîtres mécaniciens en tuyauterie du Québec  (in French only)