72012

Contractors and supervisors, pipefitting trades

TEER 2 — College diploma, apprenticeship (2+ yrs) or supervisory

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: Yes
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Trades, transport & equipment operators

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Definition

Contractors and supervisors in pipefitting trades supervise and coordinate the activities of workers classified in the following unit groups: Plumbers (72300), Steamfitters, pipefitters and sprinkler system installers (72301) and Gas fitters (72302). They are employed by construction companies, mechanical, plumbing and pipefitting trade contractors and maintenance departments of industrial, commercial and manufacturing establishments. Contractors may be self-employed.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of workers who install, repair and maintain piping systems used for the transmission of steam, heat, water, oil and other liquids and gases in residential, commercial, industrial and other installations
Establish methods to meet work schedules and coordinate work activities with other departments
Requisition materials and supplies
Resolve work problems and recommend measures to improve productivity
Train or arrange for training of workers
Recommend personnel actions such as hirings and promotions
Ensure standards for safe working conditions are observed
Prepare schedules and other reports
May manage the operations of their own companies
May supervise, coordinate and schedule the activities of related apprentices, helpers and labourers
Small businesses' contractors may execute tasks within their trade area of expertise, which is generally not the case for supervisors or contractors associated with a medium or large business.

Example job titles

•gas fitters foreman/woman
•gas fitters supervisor
•pipefitters foreman/woman
•pipefitting contractor
•plumber foreman/woman
•plumbers supervisor
•plumbing contractor
•sprinkler system installer foreman/woman

Overview

NOC 72012 governs contractors and supervisors in pipefitting trades under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system. This occupation falls under TEER Category 2, making skilled professionals in this field highly eligible for various Canadian economic immigration pathways, including the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) and various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Individuals in this unit group supervise and coordinate the activities of workers who install, repair, and maintain piping systems for the transmission of steam, heat, water, oil, air, and other liquids and gases.

To qualify under NOC 72012, candidates typically must meet specific employment standards set by the Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC). These requirements include completion of secondary school and several years of experience as a qualified journeyperson in a relevant trade, such as steamfitting, pipefitting, plumbing, gas fitting, or sprinkler system installation. Journeyperson certification in the respective trade is also commonly required. These professionals are primarily employed by construction and mechanical contracting companies, or they may operate their own independent contracting businesses.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated Canadian immigration professional for official, up-to-date guidance on immigration applications.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.