Canada Moderate

Gas fitters

Gas fitters install, inspect, repair and maintain gas lines and gas equipment such as meters, regulators and heating units in residential, commercial and industrial establishments. They are employed by gas utility companies and gas servicing companies. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Employment Outlooks

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Salary Information

National wage data for this occupation

Entry-level

CA$26.44

/hr

Typical

CA$40.00

/hr

Experienced

CA$59.62

/hr

Average: CA$41.57/hr

99.2% of workers in this occupation receive non-wage benefits

Source: Job Bank Canada. Wages may vary by region and experience.

Examples

Illustrative Examples

gas fitter
gas fitter apprentice
gas servicer
gas technician
industrial gas fitter-tester

All Examples

apprentice gas fitter
district gas serviceman/woman
furnace converter
gas customer servicer
gas fitter
gas fitter apprentice
gas fitter trainee
gas fitter-installer
gas main fitter
gas pipe mechanic
gas pipefitter
gas servicer
gas technician
gas works troubleshooter
industrial gas fitter-tester
industrial gas servicer
journeyman/woman gas fitter

Main Duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Study drawings and specifications to determine the layout of the installation and materials required
Measure and mark reference points for installation of gas lines and equipment
Install and maintain gas meters and regulators and gas lines between gas unit and gas meter
Install, maintain and service gas heating units and their components, such as burners, valves and automatic controls
Test and replace defective equipment or components
Test and adjust control mechanisms and check pipes and piping connections for gas leaks using gas detecting devices
Attend to gas escape calls and assist in the investigation of gas fires and explosions
Prepare reports on work performed and condition of facilities
Advise clients regarding standards, safety features and maintenance of gas units and systems
Convert motor vehicles or appliances to use natural gas fuels
May repair and service gas appliances and related equipment.

Requirements

Employment Requirements

Completion of secondary school is usually required.
Completion of a two- or three-year gas fitter apprenticeship program or Several years of work experience in a pipefitting trade and completion of a high school, college or industry gas fitter program are required.
Gas fitter trade certification is compulsory in Nova Scotia, Quebec, Alberta, British Columbia, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
A provincial gas fitter licence is usually required.