Plumber Apprentice

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Under direct supervision, assists in the assembly, installation, or repair of pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems in accordance to specifications and plumbing codes. Works under the direction of the Journeyman Plumber.

Key Responsibilities:

Assists the Journeyman Plumber in maintaining and repairing plumbing systems carrying water, steam, chemicals and fuel in heating, cooling, lubricating and other process piping systems by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains

Under direction supervision, may repair or replace plumbing fixtures; test joints and pipe systems for leaks, open clogged drains, measure, cut, thread, bend, ream and install pipe and pipe fittings

As directed, assembles pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment

Cuts openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools

Measures, cuts, threads, or bends pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines

As directed, installs underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing

In conjunction with the Journeyman Plumber, ensures company property, vehicles, and tools are being used, maintained and properly accounted for Represents the company professionally, honestly, and ethically in all business matters and activities

Performs similar/other duties as needed or assigned

Regular, reliable attendance

Health & Safety

Roles & Responsibilities :

Reports any unsafe acts, conditions and hazards to direct supervisor/manager immediately

Reports any contravention of legislation or company policy, procedure oor program to direct supervisor/manager immediately

Corrects substandard acts or conditions within area of control

Uses and maintains appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s)
Never removes or renders ineffective any safety guards, devices, or clothing prescribed to be in place or worn Complies with the general rules as prescribed by company program(s) procedure(s)
Operates devises or equipment as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s)
Participates in any safety initiatives, teams, or committees

Reports all injuries or incidents as prescribed by company program(s) or procedure(s) immediately

Provides input on developing safety initiatives and plans to eliminate exposures that could cause accidents

Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent with training or experience in construction trades with a preference for plumbing system work Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate all necessary tools and equipment

Proficient and able to operate all necessary tools and equipment to perform various plumbing projects

Working proficiency in basic mathematics and metric and standard measurements

Ability to reading wiring diagrams and troubleshooting problems with plumbing systems and equipment

Familiar with the HVAC industry is preferred

Effective communication skills to communicate with customer and resolve customer issues, complaints, or concerns

Effective and efficient time-management and organizational skills

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

Available to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed

Ability to stand and walk and to climb ladders and attic stairs and to maneuver in attics, basements, and crawl spaces. Ability to continually climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl

Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including but not limited to the following: hot, cold, outdoor, indoor, dry, humid, slippery surfaces, heights, and congested areas

Ability to safely climb 300lb load capacity rated ladders

Natural or corrected vision to see and focus for close, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perception

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance and ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

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