What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumbing Apprentice position at Rite Way Heating Cooling & Plumbing?
Are you ready to join a dynamic team that values hard work, continuous learning, and making a positive impact on customers' lives? Look no further!
At Rite Way, we pride ourselves on offering the best solutions and service to meet our customers' needs, all while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. We believe in investing in our employees – providing ongoing training and development opportunities to cultivate the best talent and technical expertise in every market we serve.
In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, we offer:
- A culture that values effort and rewards results
- Health, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contributions
- Paid vacation and sick time plus six paid holidays each year
- 401(k) retirement savings options with company match
- Affordable supplemental insurance offerings including accident, life, critical illness, and disability
- Weekly pay
If you are passionate about helping people improve their homes, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, we encourage you to apply. Please note that this role may require working in diverse and potentially uncomfortable indoor and outdoor environments.
This is not the right fit for you if you are not looking for a long-term career or are unable to consistently demonstrate an exceptional work ethic, including excellent attendance. We value teamwork and those who enjoy working as part of a team will thrive in this role.
Job Summary
The Apprentice Plumber is responsible for assisting Plumbing Installers and Plumbing Service Technicians in installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems. This position is an apprenticeship role, which means that the successful candidate will receive on-the-job training from experienced plumbers. No prior experience is required, but a willingness to learn and develop plumbing skills is essential.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist plumbers in various plumbing tasks.
- Learn and apply plumbing techniques and skills under the guidance of experienced plumbers.
- Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Assist with pipe fitting, installation, and soldering as needed.
- Follow blueprints, schematics, and building codes to ensure proper installation.
- Perform pipe threading and cutting.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive, but representative; other duties may be assigned.
Competencies for Success
- Communication
- Customer Focus
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organization Skills
- Quality
- Results Orientation
- Dependability & Productivity
- Teamwork
- Technical Skill
- Problem Solving
Required Skills & Abilities
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in various weather conditions and physically demanding environments.
- No plumbing experience needed.
Education & Experience
- None
Physical Demands
- Must be able to lift, lower, push, and pull objects of up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
- Must be able to continually stand, walk, climb, ascend/descend ladders, bend, stoop, crawl, and crouch, frequently in tight spaces, for extended periods of time, in indoor and outdoor conditions.
- Must be able to continually use hands/fingers to handle, feel, utilize tools, and operate machinery.
Work Environment & Conditions
- Field environment including interior and exterior of customers' residential properties. May require exposure to weather conditions, dusts, and mists that may be present while working outdoors. Exposure to chemicals may occur. Use of personal protective equipment including but not limited to safety-footwear, goggles, gloves, shield, mask or respirator, and hardhats may be required.
- Must be able to drive a company vehicle and possess a valid driver license and insurable driving history.
- Must pass background screen, drug test, and motor vehicle records check.
Work Schedule
- Generally, Monday through Friday, 7AM-5PM, additional hours may be needed to complete jobs, meet business objectives, or at peak times of the year, including periodic nights and weekends.
Remote Work Eligibility
- Not Eligible
Travel Requirement
- None
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Rite Way is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other personal characteristic protected by Federal, State, or Local Laws.