Licensed plumber
Finch recruits 306A certified plumbers for contractors, builders and facilities teams who need dependable, code-compliant plumbing work.
Skilled trades & industrial recruitmentPlumbing and HVAC recruitment in Toronto and the GTA
Finch recruits licensed plumbers, pipefitters, gas fitters and HVAC and refrigeration technicians for contractors and facilities across the GTA.
Plumbing, gas and HVAC work affects the safety of the people inside every building you service. Hiring for these roles means confirming the right Skilled Trades Ontario certificate, TSSA gas technician level or refrigerant handling certification before anyone touches a system. Finch Employment recruits mechanical trades for plumbing and HVAC contractors, builders, property managers and facilities departments across Toronto, York, Peel, Durham and Halton.
We start with a consultation about the systems you install or maintain, whether the work is residential, commercial or industrial, and whether the role involves service calls or new construction. With the retainer in place, we advertise, source and screen candidates, then arrange interviews with a shortlist of suitable people. After the start date, we follow up with you to see how the new hire is settling in.
Why plumbing and HVAC hiring takes a specialist
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Each role carries its own credentials, from the 306A plumber certificate to TSSA gas technician levels, and missing one can keep a technician off the job.
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Service technicians represent your company inside customers' homes and businesses, so communication and professionalism matter as much as technical skill.
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Residential, commercial and industrial systems differ a great deal, and experience in one does not always transfer quickly to another.
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Experienced mechanical trades are often committed to their current employers, which means good candidates usually have to be found and approached directly.
How we screen plumbing & HVAC candidates
- Skilled Trades Ontario certificates such as 306A or 313A where the role needs them
- TSSA gas technician certification level for any gas work
- Refrigerant handling certification for HVAC and refrigeration roles
- Experience with the systems and building types you service
- Customer service skills and a valid driver's licence for service roles
Where we recruit plumbing & HVAC professionals
We run plumbing & HVAC searches for employers across Toronto and the GTA, including North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Mississauga, Brampton, Oakville, Burlington, Oshawa and Pickering, and for employers across Canada.
Roles we fill
Plumbing & HVAC roles we recruit for
Pipefitter
Finch finds pipefitters with experience in the piping systems you build and maintain, from hydronic heating to process and steam lines.
Gas fitter
Gas work leaves no room for shortcuts. Finch recruits gas fitters with the TSSA certification level and appliance experience your work requires.
HVAC technician
Finch recruits HVAC technicians who install and service heating, cooling and ventilation systems with skill and professionalism.
Refrigeration mechanic
Refrigeration failures cost money fast. Finch recruits 313A mechanics who can keep commercial and industrial systems running.
How it works
How a plumbing & HVAC search works
Consultation
Tell us about the role, your team and your timeline. We agree on a retainer and fees tailored to the position.
Retainer & search
Your retainer starts the search. We advertise, source and screen candidates for you.
Shortlist & interviews
You meet only suitable candidates. We arrange every interview.
Hire & follow-up
We manage the offer and check in after your new hire starts.
Retainer-based recruiting. Fees are tailored to every position, and a retainer up front starts your search.Book a consultation
Plumbing & HVAC recruitment: questions employers ask
Which certificates should a plumbing or HVAC hire have?
It depends on the work. Plumbers need the 306A certificate of qualification, a compulsory trade in Ontario. Gas work requires TSSA gas technician certification at the right level, and refrigeration and air conditioning roles often call for a 313A certificate and refrigerant handling certification. We confirm the requirements with you during the consultation.
Can you recruit for service and maintenance roles, not just construction?
Yes. We recruit service technicians who handle maintenance, repairs and emergency calls as well as installers for new construction. For service roles we put extra weight on troubleshooting ability, communication with customers and a valid driver's licence, along with the technical certificates the work requires.
How long does a plumbing or HVAC search take?
It depends on the role, the certificates required and how many qualified people are open to a move at the time. Specialized positions such as refrigeration mechanics can take longer to fill than general service roles. We give you regular updates during the search so you always know where things stand.
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What our clients say
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Tell us about your plumbing & HVAC opening
Tell us who you need. A Finch recruiter will call you back within one business day to talk through the role and retainer.
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