Gas Technicians install, repair, maintain, and inspect gaseous fuel pipelines and appliances in homes, commercial buildings, or industrial settings.
Job Related Skills, Interests and Values
- Understand and demonstrate safe working practices and procedures
- Prepare for installation, service, or maintenance of gas-fired appliances
- Use hand tools, power tools, and a variety of measuring devices to check pressure, temperature, flow, and electrical current
- Install venting and combustion air systems, piping/tubing, and electrical components for appliances
- Connect appliances to heat distribution systems
- Commission, maintain, and service gas-fired systems
What Preparation and Training Do You Need?
- Secondary school diploma required with credits in math, physics, technological education, drafting, and computer studies
- While not mandatory, completion of an apprenticeship including 6,200-hours of on-the-job and in-school training is recommended
What's Your Future as a Gas Technician (636G)?
- Full-time, mostly indoor work
- Work locations depend on the location of installation or repair work
- Employers include gas utility and servicing companies; plumbing, heating, and air conditioning construction firms; mechanical construction firms; and self-employment
Wage Rate
Apprentice wage starts at 50% of journeyperson's and increases with skill and experience. Fully qualified workers earn an average of $32.00-$42.00 per hour.
Self-Rating
Gas Technician (636G)
| Ask Yourself: | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|
| Do you have good hand-eye coordination? | ||
| Are you able to work indoors and outdoors? Are you comfortable working at all heights? | ||
| Do you have a driver’s license and a good driving record? | ||
| Are you able to follow Health & Safety guidelines? | ||
| Are you comfortable with travelling for work? | ||
| Do you enjoy problem-solving and coming up with a solution? | ||
| Are you reliable, a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision? Can you start and finish work on time? |
If you checked YES to the majority of these questions, a career as a Gas Technician (636G) may be for you!
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