What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumber Helper position at Ziegler Plumbing and Sewer, Inc.?
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Plumbing Helper will assist the Plumber (Lead Technician) with a wide variety of plumbing services including but not limited to sewer line installation and repair, water line installation and repair, commercial and residential plumbing services including drain cleaning, repair of leaks, water closet, lavatory and water heater installation and repair. The Helper position will participate in a wide variety of tasks each day. Work will be both inside and outside. Shovel digging, backfilling trenches, and safe lifting/ handling of equipment such as sewer cleaning machines, tampers and wheel barrows is routine. Helpers must be willing and able to drive service vans and pick up trucks including pulling trailers. Job preparation tasks include assuring all tools, equipment and material are loaded on the truck. Following the completion of the job, checking the job site prior to leaving thus assuring tools, equipment and unused material are returned to the shop. Helpers are expected to be self-motivated, showing leadership and initiative in the execution of their duties. Helpers will take direction from the Plumber, however, will be expected to solve problems and anticipate needs to complete jobs. Rotating on-call work schedule required (minimum of 1 week per month).
Professional development opportunities are encouraged and expected. We support employee training and development by paying for plumbing licensure and commercial driving licenses. All job required certification are also paid.
BENEFITS: Health insurance (80% paid by employer), Dental insurance (100% paid by employer), 401K (retirement program with employer matching), Uniforms (100% paid by employer), paid holidays, full time hours guaranteed with overtime, paid vacation leave after 1 year.
QUALIFICATIONS : Clean and valid Virginia drivers license and a drug-free workplace. Flexible end time on work day due to service nature of work. Job safety awareness at all times while on duty to assure the safety of customers, co-workers and self. The clear expectation is the employee reliably shows up to work by 6:45 am each day.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Apprentice Plumbers & Helpers: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Newport News, VA 23608: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18