Apprentice Plumber

Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Overtime opportunities

Company summer events

Job summary

Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is looking for an Apprentice Plumber to grow under seasoned professionals on residential projects. You will assist with installations, repairs, and service, gaining practical skills and knowledge while following safety and code standards.

The role emphasizes learning, dependable work ethic, and commitment to a long-term plumbing career with a family-owned company that values quality workmanship and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of plumbing experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of residential plumbing systems, tools, materials, and installation practices.
• Hands-on experience assisting with installations, repairs, or service work.
• Willingness to learn from experienced plumbers and take direction.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist journeyman plumbers with residential plumbing installations, repairs, and service work.
• Help install, replace, and maintain plumbing fixtures, pipes, and equipment.
• Prepare tools, materials, and equipment needed for daily jobs.
• Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting residential plumbing issues.
• Follow instructions from senior plumbers and apply what you learn on the job.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Handle tools and equipment properly and follow established safety procedures.
• Communicate professionally with customers and fellow team members.
• Learn and follow applicable plumbing codes, company standards, and installation practices.
• Take initiative, ask questions, and continue developing your plumbing knowledge and skills.

Skills

Plumbing basics

Team player

Willingness to learn

Dependable

Job description

Apprentice Plumber

Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Commute to Chelmsford, MA | Full-Time

Are you an apprentice plumber who already has some hands-on experience and is ready to take the next step in your career?

At Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, we're looking for a dependable Apprentice Plumber who wants to continue developing their skills while working alongside experienced plumbing professionals.

This is an opportunity for someone who has spent some time learning the trade, understands the basics of residential plumbing, and is ready to take on more responsibility in the field.

You'll work directly with seasoned plumbers, gaining practical experience, developing your technical skills, and learning how to handle a variety of residential plumbing projects.

We're a family-owned company that values quality workmanship, teamwork, and people who take pride in what they do. We want someone who's willing to learn, shows up ready to work, and wants to build a long-term career in the plumbing trade.

If you're looking for an opportunity to grow your skills while learning from experienced professionals, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As an Apprentice Plumber, you'll work alongside experienced plumbers on residential plumbing projects, assisting with installations, repairs, and other plumbing-related work.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist journeyman plumbers with residential plumbing installations, repairs, and service work.
• Help install, replace, and maintain plumbing fixtures, pipes, and equipment.
• Prepare tools, materials, and equipment needed for daily jobs.
• Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting residential plumbing issues.
• Follow instructions from senior plumbers and apply what you learn on the job.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Handle tools and equipment properly and follow established safety procedures.
• Communicate professionally with customers and fellow team members.
• Learn and follow applicable plumbing codes, company standards, and installation practices.
• Take initiative, ask questions, and continue developing your plumbing knowledge and skills.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who already has a foundation in plumbing and is ready to build on that experience.

Qualifications:

• Approximately 1-2 years of plumbing experience preferred, ideally working for a plumbing company or under an experienced plumber.
• Basic understanding of residential plumbing systems, tools, materials, and installation practices.
• Some hands-on experience assisting with plumbing installations, repairs, or service work.
• Willingness to learn from experienced plumbers and take direction.
• Dependable, punctual, and committed to completing assigned work.
• Strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work as part of a team and eventually handle more tasks independently.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Paid, hands-on training alongside experienced plumbing professionals.
• Opportunities to develop technical skills and advance within the plumbing trade.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Three-day weekends during June, July, and August.
• Four 10-hour workdays during the summer.
• Company summer events and team activities.

Build Your Future in the Plumbing Trade

You don't have to know everything on day one. What matters is having a solid foundation, a willingness to learn, and the motivation to become better at your trade.

At Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gain practical knowledge, and develop the skills needed to become a strong, independent plumber.

If you're ready to take the next step in your plumbing career and want to work for a company that values quality, teamwork, and professional growth, we'd like to hear from you.