Plumbing Program
FPDI and the Piping Industry Technical College of Manitoba (PITC) partnered in March 2021 to offer the Plumbing course.
The pre-employment program is the first step to becoming a licensed Plumbing Technician. With its qualified instructors imparting the most up to date skills by utilizing innovative techniques, our partner PITC provides cutting-edge training for the learners.
Skills learned are measuring, cutting, bending, and threading pipe to specifications, assembling and installing valves, pipes, and fittings, reading blueprints, installing fixtures and related trim, interpretation of the plumbing code, rigging and material handling, piping-related mathematics and job safety. The program has a heavy Consumer Math component so good Math and drawing skills are helpful in succeeding in this course. Skilled plumbers are relied upon for effective water distribution, safe drinking water, and waste disposal.
The next intake for the Plumbing Program will begin on May 5, 2025.
The Try the Piping Trades day will act as an information session for the Plumbing and Pipe Trades Course, offering FREE TUITION to accepted applicants.
Hands-on tasks will include:
• Installing a vanity sink, water line, and drain
• Installing and repairing a toilet
• MIG welding
• Virtual welding
• Activating and replacing a live sprinkler head (bring a change of clothes and a towel)
• Signaling to operate a crane
• Soldering copper fittings
To learn about the next information session, contact Chelsea at 204-987-9570 or clavallee@fpdinc.ca.
Prerequisites
18 years of age
Grade 12 diploma, mature student diploma or GED
Valid Class 5 drivers license
Steel-toed boots required
Program Details
- 10-month program
- Level 1 certificate
- Students will earn approximately 25 additional safety certifications recognized by employers on construction sites.
- The certification improves students’ chances of entering apprenticeships in various piping trades, including plumbing, steamfitting, sprinklerfitting, or refrigeration.
Career Opportunities
Work on new construction projects, residential and commercial plumbing maintenance, renovation and retrofit work, municipal water systems or becoming an instructor.
Self-employment with First Nations Housing Authorities, Public Works Departments, homeowners, and neighboring communities.
Testimonials
“Indigenous plumbers will help First Nation communities by having available trades people in the community to assist members with plumbing much quicker than waiting for outside contractors”