Gas is used to supply 30 percent of Canada’s energy, serving over half the country’s population. A diverse range of people are involved in the running of Canada’s gas industry, from the initial exploration and extraction to the final installation of gas-related systems.
Extracting the gas requires drillers, who may also align and manipulate pipes, operate pumps and construct and deconstruct rigs. They are supervised by project engineers, who provide general advice on risk potential. Earnings for drillers are from C
$34 to C
$40 an hour, while project engineers receive salaries in the region of C
$83,000.
Technicians install, maintain and repair appliances, as well as detect leaks, and connect pipes, boilers and heaters. The job can be physically demanding and will involve travelling from site to site, so applicants should have a high level of physical fitness and a valid drivers license. They should also be holders of the TSSA certificate and have experience installing fireplaces and similar appliances. Average salaries are around C
$44,000.