Plumbing Apprentice – Commercial Construction

Kuck Mechanical Contractors; Sterling (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid lodging

Per diem for out-of-town assignments

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kuck Mechanical Contractors seeks Commercial Plumbing Apprentices and Journeymen for their Haxtun/Sterling, Colorado commercial construction projects.

The company emphasizes a family-owned, 27+ year history with strong growth on large commercial projects. Roles include day shifts, travel to Colorado locations as needed, and lodging/per diem for nonlocal assignments. Competitive benefits are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints, specifications and project plans.
• 1+ year plumbing experience or completion of 2-year apprenticeship for apprentices.
• Valid Colorado journeyman license and commercial plumbing experience for journeymen.

Responsibilities

• Install plumbing systems on large commercial construction projects.
• Read and interpret blueprints and project plans.
• Install piping, fixtures, equipment and related plumbing systems.
• Troubleshoot installation issues and coordinate with foremen and project managers.
• Follow plumbing codes, OSHA regulations and safety procedures.

Skills

Read blueprints

Plumbing experience

Teamwork

Professional reliability

Education

Two-year plumbing apprenticeship completed

Job description

Commercial Plumbing Apprentices & Journeymen

Location: Sterling/Haxtun, CO | Full-Time
Pay: Starting at $28.00/hour for qualified apprentices; journeyman wages based on experience and qualifications.

Join the Kuck Mechanical Team!

Kuck Mechanical Contractors is hiring Commercial Plumbing Apprentices and Journeymen for our commercial construction projects in Haxtun, Colorado!

We are a family-owned mechanical contractor based in Northern Colorado with over 27 years in business. We're looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who take pride in their craftsmanship, work well with others, and want to build a long-term career in commercial plumbing.

What a Typical Day Looks Like

As part of our commercial plumbing team, you will:

• Install plumbing systems on large commercial construction projects.
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and project plans.
• Install piping, fixtures, equipment, and related plumbing systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve installation issues.
• Coordinate with foremen, project managers, and other trades to keep projects on schedule.
• Follow plumbing codes, OSHA regulations, and company safety procedures.
• Assist with material handling, inventory, and equipment operation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Apprentices: At least 1 year of plumbing experience OR completion of 2 years in a recognized plumbing apprenticeship program.
• Journeymen: Valid Colorado journeyman plumber license and commercial plumbing construction experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project specifications.
• Strong work ethic, dependability, and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to provide the majority of required personal plumbing hand and power tools.
• Ability to report to the job site as scheduled and travel to other Colorado project locations as required.

Preferred:

• Experience working on large commercial construction projects.
• Experience with material ordering and inventory control.
• Equipment operating experience.
• Leadership skills and the ability to work independently.

Why Work for Kuck Mechanical?

• Family-Owned & Established: Over 27 years serving Colorado's commercial construction industry.
• Large Commercial Projects: Gain valuable experience working on a variety of commercial plumbing installations.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities to develop your skills and advance into lead and foreman positions.
• Team Environment: Work alongside experienced tradespeople who take pride in quality workmanship.
• Company-Paid Lodging & Per Diem: Available to eligible employees traveling for out-of-town assignments.
• Great Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401(k) with company match, and paid time off.

Schedule & Work Location

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Day shifts, typically 8–10 hours
• Current Project Location: Sterling/Haxtun, Colorado
• Local Sterling/Haxtunarea candidates preferred.

We are primarily seeking candidates who live in or near Sterling/Haxtun. However, qualified applicants from other areas are encouraged to apply, provided they are willing and able to travel to the project location.

For eligible nonlocal employees, Kuck Mechanical provides company-paid lodging and a daily per diem for qualifying out-of-town assignments.

Kuck Mechanical performs commercial construction projects throughout Colorado, and future assignments may require travel to other locations.

Kuck Mechanical Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No Agency Solicitation: Kuck Mechanical manages recruitment internally and is not accepting inquiries, unsolicited resumes, or candidate submissions from recruiters, staffing agencies, or third-party placement services.