Plumbing Apprentice

Midwestern Mechanical; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Plumbing Apprentice to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn the commercial plumbing and mechanical trade through hands-on experience and structured training. As a Plumbing Apprentice, you will work alongside skilled journeymen while participating in company-provided classes. You'll gain valuable skills in installing and repairing plumbing systems, ensuring high-quality work and productivity. If you're passionate about building a career in plumbing and eager to learn, this opportunity could be your stepping stone to becoming a skilled Journeyman plumber.

Qualifications

• Completion of High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least two years plumbing apprentice or pipe fitting experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the assembly, installation, and repair of plumbing systems.
• Operate powered equipment and various types of piping.

Skills

Team-oriented

Strong communication skills

Basic math skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 years plumbing apprentice or pipe fitting experience

Tools

Hand tools

Powered equipment

Job description

At Midwestern Mechanical we are passionate about our customers, our employees, and the work we perform. We maintain a workplace that individuals can be proud of, where talents are embraced, and results are encouraged and supported.

We are looking for talented people who value integrity, informed decision-making, and collaboration. If you believe you are one of those talented people, and are interested in being considered for a career at Midwestern Mechanical, we invite you to apply today! Midwestern Mechanical is a Drug Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screens are required.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY: Plumbing Apprentice

The Plumbing Apprentice position allows you to learn the skills required of the commercial plumbing and mechanical trade while working in a full-time paid employment position with on-the-job training from experienced plumbing journeymen as well as company-provided apprenticeship classes one afternoon every 2 weeks.

The Plumbing Apprentice assists in the assembly, installation, and repair of plumbing, water flow, and drainage systems in accordance with applicable plumbing codes. The Plumbing Apprentice is also responsible for delivering high-quality work & productivity and is expected to go through the apprenticeship training program to become a skilled Journeyman plumber. A 3rd or 4th Year Apprentice would have some plumbing experience already and would complete the remainder of their apprenticeship training through our program.

Required Skills:

1. Competent, responsible, organized, and team-oriented.
2. Strong communication and average computer skills.
3. Strong basic math skills.
4. Ability to follow instructions.
5. Maintain an active state and city license in all city/states you will perform work in.
6. Ability to travel to job sites and locations as needed in multiple states.
7. Above average problem-solving skills.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Works with various types of piping including iron, steel, copper, and PVC.
2. Operates powered equipment including hand tools, stationary machines, and others as required.
3. Makes decisions and solves problems analyzing information and evaluating results.
4. Maintains a high-quality initiative while completing assigned duties.
5. Ability to drive a motor vehicle and maintain a current driver's license in order to commute to the various current or prospective job sites in the region.
6. Overnight travel as necessary within the region.
7. Attend plumbing apprentice classes if the required courses have not previously been completed. (Classes provided by Midwestern Mechanical)

Educational and Experience Requirements:

1. Completion of High School Diploma or equivalent required.
2. At least two years plumbing apprentice or pipe fitting experience.

Physical Requirements:

The job's functions require the following physical demands:

1. Ability to be off of the ground in a scissor lift or other piece of equipment.
2. Must have the ability to independently lift and carry objects safely that weigh up to 20 pounds routinely, 50 pounds frequently, and 80 pounds occasionally.