Summary Installer, Sprinklers And Fire Protection Systems near Winnipeg (MB)
National Occupational Classification update
We have updated this page to reflect the transition to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC). This means that the occupation "installer, sprinklers and fire protection systems" was moved from the group Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 7252) to the group Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301).
Find key facts and figures about working as an installer, sprinklers and fire protection systems. The following information is applicable to all Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (NOC 72301).
Note that some information in this job profile is based on the 2016 version of the NOC.
Description
Steamfitters and pipefitters lay out, assemble, fabricate, maintain, troubleshoot and repair piping systems carrying water, steam, chemicals and fuel in heating, cooling, lubricating and other process piping systems. Sprinkler system installers fabricate, install, test, maintain and repair water, foam, carbon dioxide and dry chemical sprinkler systems in buildings for fire protection purposes. Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers are employed in maintenance departments of factories, plants and similar establishments, and by pipefitting and sprinkler system contractors, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.
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Wages
$38.15/hour
Median wage in the Winnipeg Region
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Prospects
Moderate
The job prospects are fair in the Winnipeg Region
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Jobs
2 jobs
advertised near Winnipeg (MB)
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Skills
- Schedule materials, tools and personnel
- Liaise with management, engineers and other trades
- Prepare tenders and quotations
- Instruct apprentices
- Connect piping systems to water mains, supply tanks, pumps, compressors and control equipment
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