5th Year Apprentice Plumber

ARMORY PLUMBING INC; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Armory Plumbing Inc. in Lowell, MA seeks a 5th Year Apprentice Plumber ready to advance toward a Massachusetts Journeyman license. You will work with licensed Journeyman and Master Plumbers on residential/heating projects and take ownership while training others.

You will lead tasks, learn to supervise apprentices, and grow into leadership roles, all while delivering quality workmanship in occupied homes and community settings.

Qualifications

• 5th Year Massachusetts Plumbing Apprentice or equivalent experience.
• Actively working toward Massachusetts Journeyman Plumber licensure.
• Solid understanding of residential plumbing systems.
• Ability to perform common plumbing installations and repairs with limited supervision.
• Strong understanding of plumbing tools, materials, fittings, and installation methods.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work professionally in occupied homes and residential environments.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside licensed Journeyman and Master Plumbers on residential plumbing and heating projects.
• Assist with and perform plumbing installations, repairs, replacements, and troubleshooting.
• Install and repair piping, valves, fixtures, shutoffs, water heaters, boilers, and other plumbing equipment.
• Assist with boiler installations, repairs, and annual maintenance.
• Assist with tank and tankless water heater installations.
• Perform gas piping installations and repairs under appropriate supervision.
• Perform drain cleaning and troubleshooting.
• Assist with water filtration and water treatment installations.
• Participate in residential remodeling and renovation plumbing.
• Read and interpret plumbing plans, drawings, and schematics.
• Diagnose plumbing problems and develop practical solutions with guidance from licensed plumbers.
• Communicate professionally with customers and explain basic work being performed.
• Maintain a clean and organized jobsite.
• Keep tools, equipment, and materials organized and properly maintained.
• Help train and guide less-experienced apprentices when appropriate.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and ensure they are completed correctly.
• Follow direction from licensed plumbers and ask questions when something is unclear.
• Follow Massachusetts plumbing and gas codes, including applicable 248 CMR requirements.
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain a professional jobsite.
• Participate in the seasonal on-call rotation as experience and licensing allow.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Leadership potential

Education

Massachusetts Journeyman Plumber license (in progress)

Tools

ServiceTitan

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Armory Plumbing Inc. | Lowell, MA

About Armory Plumbing

Armory Plumbing Inc. is a growing, locally owned plumbing and heating company based in Lowell, MA. We’re building a company where skilled tradesmen are respected, customers receive quality workmanship, and employees have the opportunity to grow.

We’re not a large corporation with layers of management and unnecessary company politics. Armory Plumbing is a plumber-owned and operated company, and we understand what it takes to build a career in the trades.

We’re looking for a 5th Year Apprentice Plumber who is approaching their Massachusetts Journeyman license and is ready to take the next step in their career.

This is an opportunity for someone who wants to grow into a leadership role — while still understanding that the best plumbers never stop learning.

The Position

As a 5th Year Apprentice Plumber, you’ll work directly alongside our licensed Journeyman and Master Plumbers on residential and light commercial plumbing and heating projects.

We’re looking for someone who is confident enough to lead, humble enough to learn, and dependable enough to be counted on.

You should be comfortable taking ownership of your work, helping less-experienced apprentices develop their skills, and stepping up when your licensed plumber needs support.

At the same time, you’ll be expected to work as part of a team and take direction from the licensed plumbers you’re working alongside.

Our goal is to help the right person transition from apprentice to licensed plumber and eventually become someone who can lead jobs, train others, communicate with customers, and represent Armory Plumbing in the field.

What You'll Do

• Work alongside licensed Journeyman and Master Plumbers on residential plumbing and heating projects
• Assist with and perform plumbing installations, repairs, replacements, and troubleshooting
• Install and repair piping, valves, fixtures, shutoffs, water heaters, boilers, and other plumbing equipment
• Assist with boiler installations, repairs, and annual maintenance
• Assist with tank and tankless water heater installations
• Perform gas piping installations and repairs under appropriate supervision
• Perform drain cleaning and troubleshooting
• Assist with water filtration and water treatment installations
• Participate in residential remodeling and renovation plumbing
• Read and interpret plumbing plans, drawings, and schematics
• Diagnose plumbing problems and develop practical solutions with guidance from licensed plumbers
• Communicate professionally with customers and explain basic work being performed
• Maintain a clean and organized jobsite
• Keep tools, equipment, and materials organized and properly maintained
• Help train and guide less-experienced apprentices when appropriate
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and ensure they are completed correctly
• Follow direction from licensed plumbers and ask questions when something is unclear
• Follow Massachusetts plumbing and gas codes, including applicable 248 CMR requirements
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain a professional jobsite
• Participate in the seasonal on-call rotation as experience and licensing allow

The Type of Person We're Looking For

We’re not just looking for someone who has been in the trade for five years.

We’re looking for someone who acts like a future leader.

The right candidate should:

• Be approaching eligibility for their Massachusetts Journeyman Plumber license
• Take pride in their workmanship
• Be dependable and show up ready to work
• Be comfortable taking initiative without constantly being told what to do
• Be willing to step up and lead when necessary
• Be willing to take direction from licensed plumbers
• Work well as part of a team
• Be willing to teach and help less-experienced apprentices
• Be willing to learn from more experienced plumbers
• Have strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Understand that quality and doing the job correctly come before simply getting the job done
• Communicate professionally with coworkers and customers
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional appearance
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to improve
• Understand that leadership means setting the example, not simply telling other people what to do

Required Qualifications

• 5th Year Massachusetts Plumbing Apprentice or equivalent experience
• Actively working toward Massachusetts Journeyman Plumber licensure
• Solid understanding of residential plumbing systems
• Ability to perform common plumbing installations and repairs with limited supervision
• Strong understanding of plumbing tools, materials, fittings, and installation methods
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to work professionally in occupied homes and residential environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with Journeyman and Master Plumbers
• Experience with residential service plumbing
• Boiler installation and service experience
• Water heater installation experience
• Gas fitting experience
• Drain cleaning experience
• Water treatment and filtration experience
• Residential remodeling experience
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience with ServiceTitan or similar field-management software

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly pay based on experience and skill level.

• Monday–Friday schedule
• Typical hours: 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
• Overtime opportunities available
• Seasonal on-call opportunities
• Paid holidays
• Company truck opportunities as responsibilities and licensing allow
• Company tools and equipment
• Company uniforms
• Massachusetts license renewal support
• Opportunities for additional training and professional development
• Paid time off
• Opportunity for increased responsibility and compensation as you obtain your Journeyman license and grow with the company

Your Opportunity to Grow

This position is designed for someone who doesn't want to remain an apprentice forever.

If you're approaching your Journeyman license and want to build a career with a company where hard work, leadership, and skill are recognized, this could be a great opportunity.

We want to develop people who can eventually:

Apprentice - Licensed Journeyman - Lead Plumber - Senior/Leadership Role

You’ll have the opportunity to learn from experienced licensed plumbers while developing the leadership, diagnostic, customer-service, and organizational skills needed to eventually run jobs yourself.

What It's Like Working at Armory

We believe good plumbers should be able to focus on doing good work, not dealing with unnecessary corporate politics.

You won't be treated like a number.

We expect our employees to be professional, accountable, willing to learn, and willing to help the people around them.

If you're a 5th year apprentice who is ready to step up, take ownership, earn your license, and become a leader in the trade, we want to hear from you.