Plumbing Apprentice

About the role

Dunn’s HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical, a Southern Home Services Company, is looking for a dynamic Plumbing Apprentice to join a thriving business that believes in work life balance and cares about YOU!

Responsibilities

• Locating and identifying leaks
• Repairing or replacing pipes and components
• Determining the appropriate tools and equipment for each job
• Assisting in preparing cost estimates for clients
• Supporting the plumber to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local plumbing codes
• Cleaning the job site after work is completed
• Addressing client queries
• Following the plumber's orders and instructions
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Licensing: Ability to obtain any required apprentice plumbing licenses or permits based on local or state regulations.
• Physical Ability: Capable of performing physically demanding tasks such as lifting heavy materials, working in confined spaces, climbing ladders, and standing for extended periods. Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling tools and equipment.
• Basic Math Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including measurements and conversions, to assist with accurate installations.
• Willingness to Learn: Strong desire to develop skills and knowledge in the plumbing trade, with the ability to follow instructions and learn from experienced plumbers.
• Work Ethic: Reliable and punctual, with a commitment to maintaining a regular work schedule.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all tasks.
• Safety Awareness: Basic understanding of workplace safety and a commitment to following safety guidelines and procedures.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and customers.
• Team Player: Willingness to assist others, take direction, and work as part of a team to complete plumbing projects.
• Work Availability: Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or overtime, as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
• Climbing ladders, accessing attics, navigating tight spaces, driving, entering crawlspaces, pushing, carrying, pulling, using hand tools, and performing fine detail work.
• Ability to drive.
• Working in various environments, including indoor and outdoor settings, attics, crawlspaces.
• Ability to stand, walk and sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone.
• Use hands to handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly stoop, kneel, bend, and crouch.
• The work requires regular exposure to extreme temperatures both indoors and outdoors, such as heat or cold, and adverse weather conditions such as wind, rain, ice or snow.

Benefits

• Reliable, Year-Round Work
• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Company Matched 401k
• Employee Discounts

Pay

This is a Non-Exempt position.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling is available.