Residential Plumbing Helper

Team Kline; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with company match

ESOP

Job summary

Team Kline is hiring an entry-level Plumbing Helper to support the plumbing team under the supervision of the Foreman. You will help with basic tasks, maintain job site safety, deliver materials and tools, and gain hands-on experience toward a plumbing career.

This role is ideal for someone starting out in the trade, with a HS diploma or GED and a strong willingness to learn. Overtime and varied job sites may apply, with a path toward advancement through on-site apprenticeship programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–1 years of relevant experience.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to a team.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic plumbing tasks and installations.
• Transport and organize materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols and company policies.
• Learn from experienced plumbers on the job.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title: Plumbing Helper

Reports To: Plumbing Foreman

Direct Reports: None

Join Team Kline – Where you’re not just an employee, you’re an owner!

When you join Team Kline you become an employee owner, sharing in our success as we continue to grow. Since wiring our first home in 2004, we’ve grown to around 400 team members across five locations: Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, Omaha, and Kansas City. We’ve expanded our services to include HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and more!

Job Summary

The Plumbing Helper supports the plumbing team by assisting with basic tasks under the supervision of the Foreman. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe and clean job site, delivering materials and tools, and helping with general labor. This is an entry-level position ideal for individuals interested in learning the plumbing trade. While not enrolled in a formal apprenticeship program, the Plumbing Helper role can serve as a stepping stone toward future advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with basic plumbing tasks and installations.
• Transport and organize materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Follow all safety protocols and company policies.
• Learn from experienced plumbers on the job.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–1 years of relevant experience.
• Strong willingness to learn and contribute to a team.
• Reliable transportation.

Physical Demands

• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds; occasionally more with assistance.
• Prolonged standing and walking on various surfaces.
• Frequent ladder use and work at heights.
• Regular bending, kneeling, and working in confined spaces.
• Frequent use of hands for tools and basic tasks.
• Good vision and hearing required; use of PPE, including safety glasses and hearing protection, is mandatory.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Safety Requirements

• Comply with OSHA safety guidelines and wear PPE as needed.
• Report hazards and follow safe work practices.

Work Environment

• Indoors and outdoors in various settings, exposed to extreme weather, confined spaces, and high elevations.
• Protective equipment is required in noisy, dusty, or hazardous environments.
• Work may involve tight spaces and handling heavy tools.
• Overtime, weekend, and emergency work may be required.

Why Team Kline?

• Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability plans. Team Kline covers long term disability 100%.
• Financial Security: 401k with a company match, plus our amazing Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!
• Paid Time Off: Company paid holidays, and up to five weeks of paid time off!
• Training & Growth: Accredited on-site apprenticeship partnered with Hawkeye Community College for Electrical and HVAC, and ABC of Iowa for plumbing apprenticeships. Career advancement and career development opportunities
• Fun Perks: Company outings, opportunities to win cash prizes, and a team environment like no other.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values you and your contributions, then we can’t wait to meet you!