Join UA Local 71 – Journeyperson Plumbers Needed

Secure your future with top union wages, pension, healthcare, and training

$51+/hour | $122K+/year | Pension & Benefits Included

UA Local 71 is now seeking experienced Journeyperson Plumbers to fill plumbing jobs in the Ottawa area. As part of the United Association, we represent skilled tradespeople across Canada and are proud to offer our members top wages, a comprehensive benefits package, a secure pension plan, and ongoing training opportunities. If you’re a licensed journeyperson plumber looking for steady work, safer job sites, and a union that invests in your future, UA Local 71 is ready to welcome you.

Apply Now – Join as a Journeyman.

Why Join UA Local 71?

When you join UA Local 71, you’re not just getting a job — you’re building a secure future backed by one of Canada’s strongest trade unions. Here’s what sets us apart:

Top Wages & Benefits

  • Journeyperson plumbers earn $51+/hr and $122K+/year with benefits and negotiated annual wage increases
  • Defined Pension Plan to protect your retirement
  • Full health, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage
  • Members Assistance Program for you and your family

Job Security & Steady Work

  • Continuous projects in industrial plants, commercial buildings, and institutional facilities
  • Strong partnerships with trusted Ottawa & Eastern Ontario contractors
  • Unionized workplaces are proven to be 31% safer than non-union sites

Training & Career Growth

  • Ongoing skill upgrades and certifications at our training centres
  • Annual wage increases built into contracts
  • Opportunities to advance into steamfitting, welding or leadership roles

Union Support & Brotherhood

  • Protection, advocacy, and fair treatment on the job
  • Access to grievance and legal support when needed
  • Be part of a respected network of 62,000+ pipe trades professionals across Canada
  • Pride in union work that builds our communities
Hiring Journeyman

The Time Is Now!

There is no substitute for U.A. Skilled Craftsmen

Join as a Journeyman

Who We're Looking For:

We want dedicated journeyman plumbers who:

  • Are licensed or certified in their trade
  • Have several years of hands-on plumbing experience
  • Understand jobsite safety and compliance
  • Take pride in their craftsmanship
  • Are ready to grow in a supportive, professional environment
  • Both men and women are encouraged to apply

Ready to Join the Union That Works for You?

If you’re a licensed Journeyperson Plumber, UA Local 71 is ready to help you secure a career with top wages, benefits, training, and safety.

Apply Now – Journeyperson Plumbers
Call (613) 728-5583 to Speak to a Recruiter Today

Join UA Local 71

Join the union in either apprenticeship, or if you are already a certified plumber, steamfitter or welder, as a journeyman.

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