Plumbing Apprentice - Fab Shop

Comfort Systems USA (Southwest), Inc.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Systems USA Southwest is seeking a shop-based assembler to support pre-fabrication of plumbing modules and piping in a busy shop environment. The role involves assembling plumbing modules, sheet metal ductwork, and assisting in the pipefitting area.

You will use power tools for cutting, grinding, and drilling; load and ship materials, and keep the workspace clean and safe. Candidates must read basic instructions and demonstrate tool safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or related training.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.

Responsibilities

• Assemble plumbing modules
• Assemble sheet metal duct together
• Assist in the pipefitting area
• Cutting, grinding, drilling, etc by using power tools
• Loads, stacks, bands, materials to be shipped
• Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment
• Performs other routine duties
• Need to demonstrate proper use and care of hand tools and equipment
• May perform other routine duties as directed by supervisory/lead personnel
• To work safely and help enforce company safety policies

Skills

Reading comprehension

Writing simple correspondence

Present information

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

City of Phoenix Apprentice Card

Job description

SUMMARY

Assists workers engaged in pre-fabrication/assembly of plumbing modules and piping in a shop environment. Other duties would include working on sheet metal and piping.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble plumbing modules
• Assemble sheet metal duct together
• Assist in the pipefitting area
• Cutting, grinding, drilling, etc by using power tools
• Loads, stacks, bands, materials to be shipped
• Cleans work area, machines, tools, and equipment
• Performs other routine duties
• Need to demonstrate proper use and care of hand tools and equipment
• May perform other routine duties as directed by supervisory/lead personnel
• To work safely and help enforce company safety policies

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• City of Phoenix Apprentice Card required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. (Jack hammering concrete, consistently working near earth moving equipment; graders, dump trucks, backhoes, etc.)

“The incumbent shall work well under pressure; meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines. The incumbent shall at all times demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.”

ABOUT US

At Comfort Systems USA Southwest, we believe in the power of great people. We are more than just a company; we are a community of dedicated professionals committed to providing top-notch HVAC and mechanical services. Our success is driven by our team’s passion, innovation, and commitment to excellence. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that values your skills and supports your growth, Comfort Systems USA Southwest is the place for you.