What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumbing Apprentice 1 position at Comfort Systems USA Mid South?
We are seeking a reliable and responsible individual to join our team as a Plumbing Apprentice 1. In this position you will support commercial construction projects by installing plumbing systems and related materials.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with commercial plumbing installation from underground/rough-ins, stack out to trim outs on large scale commercial and industrial construction projects such as, healthcare, government, educational, manufacturing, data centers and others
- Install hangers and supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation for water, gas, compressed air, medical gas, or other liquids
- Regular use of basic hand tools and ability to read a tape measure
- Assist with the installation of materials such as copper, steel, cast iron, PVC, CPVC, PEX, and other piping
- Duties could include assisting with setting grease traps, decontamination tanks, oil interceptors, lint interceptors, utility hookups, etc
- Able to work off ladders, man lifts and other equipment from various heights
- Perform other related duties or special projects, as assigned
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Other duties as assigned
Skills needed from the Ideal Candidate
- 3 years of commercial plumbing experience preferred
- Current / valid apprentice license in applicable state
- Willingness to learn to read blueprints and shop drawing
- Knowledge of basic and tools and ability to read a tape measure preferred
- OSHA 10-hour preferred
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Basic math skills include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, to perform routine measurements and calculations. Ability to work with fractions, percentages, and decimals.
Other Requirements:
- Punctual and regular attendance with professional demeanor and positive, caring attitude
- Must adhere to Company Core Values (Be Safe | Be Honest | Be Respectful | Be Innovative | Be Collaborative)
- Ability to work on a team and interact with people while maintaining a positive, cooperative and teachable attitude
- Complies and promotes company Safety policies
- Must have the ability to travel to job sites and occasionally have overnight stays
- Any other duties assigned by the supervisor
- Initiative; self-motivated (driven), self-starter
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to stand, squat, bend, kneel, climb, and comfortably lift up to 50 lbs
- Follow and adhere to all company policies and procedures
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug test in accordance to our Company Substance Abuse Policy
We are proud to offer our Team Members:
- Competitive pay and incentives
- Medical, Vision, Dental
- Paid holidays and flexible, generous PTO - 2 weeks after 90 days, opportunity to gain up to 5 weeks
- 401(k) Plan with multiple investment options
- Training and Development Programs
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount programs
- Company-paid and voluntary life insurance
- Company-paid and voluntary accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
- Company-paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability
- Healthcare reimbursement account and dependent care reimbursement account
- Health savings account with company contributions
- Vehicle discount purchase programs
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. and all subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
