Plumbing and HVAC Apprentice

Fredscu; Illinois; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-home vehicle

Company smartphone

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Sick days

Bonuses and spiffs

Job summary

Fred's Plumbing & Heating in Champaign, IL is seeking a full-time Plumbing and HVAC Apprentice to learn on residential and commercial job sites, assisting skilled technicians and gaining hands-on experience.

The role includes installing sinks, toilets, and water heaters, reading blueprints, and supporting service tasks, with 10-hour shifts Monday through Thursday and on-call work as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in various environments.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Basic mechanical skills and comfort with hand/power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled plumbers and HVAC technicians on job sites.
• Help install sinks, toilets, and water heaters; seal pipe connections.
• Read blueprints and prep work areas; carry tools and materials.
• Support HVAC service tasks and ensure safety on projects.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Lift 50+ lbs

Strong work ethic

Hand & power tools

Education

Trade school or vocational training

OSHA 10/30 certifications

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Are you ready to jump-start a hands-on career with a company that truly invests in your future? Fred's Plumbing & Heating in Champaign, IL is hiring a full-time Plumbing and HVAC Apprentice to join our team.

We offer our Plumbing and HVAC Apprentice a competitive wage plus bonuses and spiffs, a take-home work vehicle, and a company smartphone. Aside from earning great pay, you can also enjoy the following benefits and perks:

• Health, dental, and vision
• Life insurance
• A 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, and sick days

WHAT'S YOUR DAY LIKE?

This full-time entry-level position runs Monday - Thursday, 10-hour shifts, unless you are scheduled for on-call work.

In this entry-level role, you'll assist skilled plumbers and HVAC technicians on residential and commercial job sites. You'll help install sinks, toilets, and water heaters, seal pipe connections, diagnose small leaks, support HVAC service tasks, prep work areas, carry tools and materials, use drain-cleaning equipment, read blueprints, and help ensure every project runs safely and smoothly.

WHO ARE WE?

For over 30 years, Champaign residents have counted on our family‑owned team for everything from electrical panels to sewer lines to heating and cooling systems. We take on the jobs others won't - because we have the skill, the pride, and the passion to do them right.

We believe happy employees create happy customers, so we invest in a fun, positive environment, complete with a well‑stocked snack bar and benefits that show we care.

WHAT'S NEEDED FROM A PLUMBING AND HVAC APPRENTICE?

We're looking for someone who can work full-time while meeting the following qualifications:

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in various environments (tight spaces, outdoor conditions)
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Basic mechanical skills and comfort using hand and power tools

Trade school or vocational training, relevant field experience, or OSHA 10/30 certifications are preferred.