Plumber Apprentice

R.F. Ohl; Lehighton (Carbon County); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

4% matching pension

Annual performance bonus

Major holidays off

Vacations

Quarterly team rewards

Job summary

A local plumbing company in Carbon County, Lehighton is seeking a Plumber Assistant to install and service plumbing equipment in residential and commercial settings. Candidates should have a minimum of 1 year of experience and a High School diploma. Key responsibilities include replacing plumbing equipment, testing for leaks, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role offers medical insurance, a pension plan, and vacation benefits, making it a great opportunity for skilled individuals looking to grow in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of plumbing field experience.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical customers.
• Strong math skills.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and installing plumbing equipment in residential/commercial structures.
• Replacing plumbing equipment or complete systems.
• Testing pipe joints for leaks.

Skills

Knowledge of plumbing equipment

Communication skills

Mathematics

Education

High School/GED

Job description

If you are interested in possibly joining our team in the near future, please submit your information today. Get a head start against the competition!

General Info

Job Type: Full-Time
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1 Year
Minimum Years of Education Required: High School/GED
Salary Range: $17 to $20 per hour
overtime Available + performance bonuses
Specialty: Commercial, Residential
Must be Authorized to Work in the US
Safety Sensitive Position

Company Info

We are highly skilled, caring and knowledgeable people, supplying your energy needs & providing indoor comfort. We service and supply residential, commercial, and industrial customers in North East PA.

CORE VALUES of R.F. Ohl: Dependability, Punctuality, Knowledge, Fun, Customer Service, Leadership, Success, Caring, & Understanding.

Job Description

The Plumber Assistant is responsible for accurately servicing, and installing plumbing equipment in residential and/or commercial structures. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of plumbing equipment, codes, and proper installation procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Replace any plumbing equipment or complete systems.
• knowledge of metal pipe cutting
• Test pipe or tubing joints and connections for leaks, using a pressure gauge or soap-and-water solution.
• Join pipes or tubing to the equipment.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications.
• Install, connect, and adjust plumbing equipment, using hand tools.
• Comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area.
• Inspect and test systems to verify compliance with plans and specifications and to detect and locate malfunctions.

Duties:

• Knowledge of plumbing codes and proper application; knowledge of proper safety requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions in person-to-person and small group situations with internal and external customers.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused work environment; ability to balance workload with technicians’ and customers’ needs.
• Ability to establish rapport with customers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion with information.
• Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must have strong math skills.
• Ability to utilize common-sense understanding in order to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
• Ability to take timely action to effectively solve problems, using established policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• 1 years of plumbing field experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to explain technical information to non-technical customers.
• Medical insurance
• 4% matching pension
• singlecoverage medical benefits
• Annual Holiday Party.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Major holidays off.
• Vacations - 1 week @ 1 year, 2 weeks @ 2 years, 3 weeks @ 5 years, 4 weeks @ 10 years
• Vacations - We honor tenured vacations from previous employer at our current vacation plan.
• Quarterly team rewards for achieving established goals.
• You will have the full support of the R.F. Ohl family and team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.