Plumbing Assistant - Hands-On Support & Growth

CARHART PLUMBING INC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare match

Vacation days

Training & development

Job summary

Carhart Plumbing Inc. is seeking a dependable Plumber Assistant to support plumbers and field leads with day-to-day residential and commercial plumbing work, including material handling, pipe preparation and fitting, tool setup, jobsite organization, and cleanup.

The Plumber Assistant is expected to work safely, learn continuously, follow direction, and help the crew complete assigned work efficiently and professionally.

Qualifications

• OSHA 10-Hour certification preferred; company may provide training.
• Basic understanding of pipe fitting and plumbing tools.
• Basic to moderate soldering skills or willingness to learn.
• Basic to moderate brazing skills or willingness to learn.
• Basic PVC pipe installation and fitting skills.
• Ability to measure accurately and work with basic angles.
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools.
• Personal hand tools appropriate for the position.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist plumbers with installation, repair, and service tasks.
• Prepare, carry, stage, and organize tools, materials, fittings, and equipment before and during each task.
• Measure, cut, clean, prepare, and fit piping materials within the employee's demonstrated skill level and under supervision.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area throughout the day.
• Restock and organize company vehicles, tools, and commonly used materials as assigned.
• Anticipate the tools and materials the plumber will need to minimize downtime.
• Protect customer property and finished surfaces while working in occupied homes and commercial spaces.
• Communicate material shortages, damaged tools, safety concerns, or jobsite issues promptly to the plumber or team lead.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Safety & Physical Ability

Technical Aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Education

OSHA 10-Hour certification

Tools

Pipe Fitting

Hand Tools

Power Tools

PVC Piping

Measuring & Angles

Job description

Carhart Plumbing Inc. is seeking a dependable Plumber Assistant to support plumbers and field leads with day-to-day residential and commercial plumbing work, including material handling, pipe preparation and fitting, tool setup, jobsite organization, and cleanup.

The Plumber Assistant is expected to work safely, learn continuously, follow direction, and help the crew complete assigned work efficiently and professionally.