Plumber Apprentice

Service Experts; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Company Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 6%

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Expert University Training

Career Development

Job summary

Service Experts in Lexington, SC, is seeking an entry-level Plumber Helper to work under a Journeyman Plumber, assisting in installation, repair, and maintenance of heating, water, and drainage systems per codes and specifications.

You will assist with piping, fixture work, and underground installations while maintaining safety and professionalism on every job The role emphasizes learning plumbing trade skills, following instructions, using hand and power tools, and complying with safety

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with training or experience in construction trades with a preference for plumbing system work.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate all necessary tools and equipment.
• Proficient and able to operate all necessary tools and equipment to perform various plumbing projects.
• Working proficiency in basic mathematics and metric and standard measurements.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and troubleshoot problems with plumbing systems and equipment.
• Familiar with the HVAC industry is preferred.
• Effective communication skills to communicate with customer and resolve customer issues, complaints, or concerns.
• Effective and efficient time-management and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Available to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed.
• Ability to stand and walk and to climb ladders and attic stairs and to maneuver in attics, basements, and crawl spaces.
• Ability to continually climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including but not limited to the following: hot, cold, outdoor, indoor, dry, humid, slippery surfaces, heights, and congested areas.
• Ability to safely climb 300lb load capacity rated ladders.
• Natural or corrected vision to see and focus for close, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perception.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance and ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Journeyman Plumber in maintaining and repairing plumbing systems carrying water, steam, chemicals and fuel in heating, cooling, lubricating and other process piping systems by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
• Under direction supervision, may repair or replace plumbing fixtures; test joints and pipe systems for leaks, open clogged drains, measure, cut, thread, bend, ream and install pipe and pipe fittings.
• As directed, assembles pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
• Cuts openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
• Measures, cuts, threads, or bends pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
• As directed, installs underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
• In conjunction with the Journeyman Plumber, ensures company property, vehicles, and tools are being used, maintained and properly accounted for.
• Represents the company professionally, honestly, and ethically in all business matters and activities.
• Performs similar/other duties as needed or assigned.
• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Reports any unsafe acts, conditions and hazards to direct supervisor/manager immediately.
• Reports any contravention of legislation or company policy, procedure or program to direct supervisor/manager immediately.
• Corrects substandard acts or conditions within area of control.
• Uses and maintains appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s).
• Never removes or renders ineffective any safety guards, devices, or clothing prescribed to be in place or worn.
• Complies with the general rules as prescribed by company program(s) procedure(s).
• Operates devises or equipment as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s).
• Participates in any safety initiatives, teams, or committees.
• Reports all injuries or incidents as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s) immediately.
• Provides input on developing safety initiatives and plans to eliminate exposures that could cause accidents.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading diagrams

Tool operation

Communication skills

Manual lifting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Training in construction trades

Job description

Welcome!Under direct supervision, assists in the assembly, installation, or repair of pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems in accordance to specifications and plumbing codes. Works under the direction of the Journeyman Plumber.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists the Journeyman Plumber in maintaining and repairing plumbing systems carrying water, steam, chemicals and fuel in heating, cooling, lubricating and other process piping systems by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
• Under direction supervision, may repair or replace plumbing fixtures; test joints and pipe systems for leaks, open clogged drains, measure, cut, thread, bend, ream and install pipe and pipe fittings.
• As directed, assembles pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
• Cuts openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
• Measures, cuts, threads, or bends pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
• As directed, installs underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
• In conjunction with the Journeyman Plumber, ensures company property, vehicles, and tools are being used, maintained and properly accounted for.
• Represents the company professionally, honestly, and ethically in all business matters and activities.
• Performs similar/other duties as needed or assigned.
• Regular, reliable attendance.

Health & Safety Roles & Responsibilities

• Reports any unsafe acts, conditions and hazards to direct supervisor/manager immediately.
• Reports any contravention of legislation or company policy, procedure or program to direct supervisor/manager immediately.
• Corrects substandard acts or conditions within area of control.
• Uses and maintains appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s).
• Never removes or renders ineffective any safety guards, devices, or clothing prescribed to be in place or worn.
• Complies with the general rules as prescribed by company program(s) procedure(s).
• Operates devises or equipment as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s).
• Participates in any safety initiatives, teams, or committees.
• Reports all injuries or incidents as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s) immediately.
• Provides input on developing safety initiatives and plans to eliminate exposures that could cause accidents.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with training or experience in construction trades with a preference for plumbing system work.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate all necessary tools and equipment.
• Proficient and able to operate all necessary tools and equipment to perform various plumbing projects.
• Working proficiency in basic mathematics and metric and standard measurements.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and troubleshoot problems with plumbing systems and equipment.
• Familiar with the HVAC industry is preferred.
• Effective communication skills to communicate with customer and resolve customer issues, complaints, or concerns.
• Effective and efficient time-management and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Available to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed.
• Ability to stand and walk and to climb ladders and attic stairs and to maneuver in attics, basements, and crawl spaces.
• Ability to continually climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including but not limited to the following: hot, cold, outdoor, indoor, dry, humid, slippery surfaces, heights, and congested areas.
• Ability to safely climb 300lb load capacity rated ladders.
• Natural or corrected vision to see and focus for close, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perception.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance and ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

What Do We Offer You as a Service Experts Employee

• Competitive Pay with incentive opportunities
• Paid Time Off and Company Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance programs
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching contributions
• Life Insurance and disability insurance options
• Supplemental benefit programs
• World Class Training opportunities through our Experts University
• Career Development opportunities
• Minimum Experience: 0 - 2 years
• Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Service Experts.

Service Experts is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process.

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