There are two types of Gasfitters: Gasfitter (A) and Gasfitter (B)

What would I do?

Gasfitters (A) size, install, test, adjust and service natural gas and propane equipment ranging from residential furnaces to industrial boilers.

Gasfitters (B) size, install, test, adjust and service natural gas and propane equipment ranging from residential furnaces to industrial boilers not exceeding 400,000 British Thermal Units (BTUs).

Gasfitters of both types employed by utility companies repair and extend gas mains, and install, repair and service pipes and fittings between mains and buildings. Those employed by propane distributors install and service propane vaporizers, temporary heating equipment, propane metering and dispensing equipment, and propane pumping equipment. Gasfitters employed by mechanical and service companies install and maintain piping and appliances in residential, commercial and industrial buildings.

For more information go to: Alberta Learning Information Service or www.careersinconstruction.ca

Apprenticeship Training

Both Gasfitter (A) and Gasfitter (B) are apprenticed trades.

This means that completion of a three year apprenticeship (for Gasfitter A) or two year apprenticeship (for Gasfitter B) is necessary to work in this trade in Alberta.

For more information go to: Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training or click on the Education and Training button below.