Gas fitters
Occupation · NOC 2021 72302 · Canada
- NOC 2021 code
- 72302
- TEER
- 2
- Positions on positive LMIAs, all lists
- 27
- Median wage, Canada
- C$40.00 per hour
- Job Bank postings, Jan–Sep 2026
- 415
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About this occupation
Gas fitters install, inspect, repair and maintain gas lines and gas equipment such as meters, regulators and heating units in residential, commercial and industrial establishments. They are employed by gas utility companies and gas servicing companies. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
Example job titles
- gas fitter
- gas fitter apprentice
- gas servicer
- gas technician
- industrial gas fitter-tester
Main duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Study drawings and specifications to determine the layout of the installation and materials required
- Measure and mark reference points for installation of gas lines and equipment
- Install and maintain gas meters and regulators and gas lines between gas unit and gas meter
- Install, maintain and service gas heating units and their components, such as burners, valves and automatic controls
- Test and replace defective equipment or components
- Test and adjust control mechanisms and check pipes and piping connections for gas leaks using gas detecting devices
- Attend to gas escape calls and assist in the investigation of gas fires and explosions
- Prepare reports on work performed and condition of facilities
- Advise clients regarding standards, safety features and maintenance of gas units and systems
Employment requirements
- Completion of secondary school is usually required.
- Completion of a two- or three-year gas fitter apprenticeship program or Several years of work experience in a pipefitting trade and completion of a high school, college or industry gas fitter program are required.
- Gas fitter trade certification is compulsory in Nova Scotia, Quebec, Alberta, British Columbia, the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
- A provincial gas fitter licence is usually required.
Temporary foreign worker positions (LMIA)
Positions on positive LMIAs in ESDC employer lists, by year of the list.
Approved positions by year
Data table
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 6 |
| 2026 | 2 |
- Reggin Technical Services Ltd3
- SIMMCO Inc.2
- XPRESS HVAC SERVICES INC.2
- LB Plumbing Ltd1
- Unique Air Heating and Cooling Inc1
- Marco's Restaurant Equipment Ltd.1
- CC EQUIPMENT AND PARTS LTD.1
- 1766464 Ontario Ltd.1
- Air Movement Inc1
- Thermotech Combustion F.D.C. In1
- IDEAL HEATING & COOLING SOLUTIONS INC1
- Mont-Laurier Propane Inc1
- 2253953 ONTARIO INC.1
- Blais Industries1
- Energy Home Service Corp1
Permanent residence
Admissions of permanent residents by intended occupation and Express Entry invitations by occupation (IRCC).
New permanent residents by year
Data table
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2023 | 10 |
- Canadian Experience Class95
- Provincial Nominee Program40
Wages
Median wage by province and territory (2025 release). Hourly unless marked per year.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | C$26.44 | C$40.00 | C$59.62 |
| Alberta | C$28.20 | C$42.27 | C$55.94 |
| British Columbia | C$25.97 | C$39.82 | C$56.72 |
| Manitoba | C$26.00 | C$32.00 | C$41.50 |
| New Brunswick | C$25.00 | C$35.24 | C$48.47 |
| Nova Scotia | C$26.44 | C$28.00 | C$47.50 |
| Ontario | C$26.00 | C$36.06 | C$62.50 |
| Quebec | C$25.24 | C$34.80 | C$46.15 |
| Saskatchewan | C$34.04 | C$46.01 | C$56.35 |
- Job Bank postings, Jan–Sep 2026
- 415
- Vacancies advertised
- 466
- Median advertised minimum hourly wage
- C$30.00
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