Plumber Helper

Overview

Varney is an employee-owned Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing commercial contractor with a reputation for delivering quality and unmatched value. For more than seventy years the Varney Team has been delivering professional solutions including MEP installations and repair services to Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic region.

• Review building plans and technical drawings to determine the necessary tools and installation sequence.
• Create openings in walls, floors, and other structures to accommodate plumbing installations.
• Using the appropriate tools, measure, mark, and prepare locations for pipe placement, connections, and passage openings.
• Install valves, pipe fittings, and piping systems using various materials, including metal and non-metal components.
• Conduct pressure and leak tests using water or air to ensure system integrity.
• Assist in performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on plumbing systems as needed.
• Cut, thread, and assemble pipes using tools such as cutters, torches, and threading machines.
• Follow work instructions and comply with supervisor directives.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills in daily tasks.
• Adhere to all workplace safety regulations and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned. This description provides information regarding the essential functions of the designated job, and the general nature and level of work associated with the job. It should not be interpreted to describe all the duties whose performance may be required of such employees or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments such an individual may be given.

This position is classified Full-Time(non-exempt) with some overtime expected. Basic qualifications for this position include:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; at least 18 years of age
• Current valid driver’s license and dependable transportation
• Perform basic mathematical operations rapidly and quickly
• Effectively operate necessary plumbing equipment and tools;
  Provide and properly use basic hand tools as required for tasks

Successful candidates will also:

• Be reliable and dependable
• Show up engaged to complete work and tasks as expected with an attitude of excellence
• Be flexible, some long days or night shift work may be required

Preferred Candidates will:

• Have prior work experience in mechanical construction or industrial role; in plumbing or related field
• Some proficiency with technical drawings

Comprehensive benefits package available including:

• Life Insurance/Short-Term Disability
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Paid Training
• Company Car (eligibility required)
• Annual Performance Review (Merit Increase eligibility)
• Shoe & Company Clothing allowances

Medium – Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects;
Lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 100 pounds;
Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl for long periods of time;
Visually see (naturally or with correction);
Work at heights climbing and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolds and manlifts.

Varney is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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