Assistant HVAC and Plumbing Technician

Fred's Plumbing & Heating – Assistant HVAC and Plumbing Technician

Full‑time entry‑level position in Champaign, IL. Join our growing service team and build a career in skilled trades, with a clear development path and stable schedule.

• Competitive wage
• Bonuses and spiffs

• Health, dental, and vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, and sick days

We also offer our team a take‑home work vehicle and a company smartphone to support daily responsibilities.

We're searching for someone who can meet the following qualifications:

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in various environments (tight spaces, outdoor conditions)
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Basic mechanical skills and comfort using hand and power tools

Trade school or vocational training, relevant field experience, or OSHA 10/30 certifications are preferred.

This full‑time entry‑level position operates Monday–Thursday from 7 AM to 4 PM and half‑day Fridays, with additional on‑call duties as assigned.

In this role, you’ll work alongside experienced technicians on residential and commercial projects, gaining hands‑on experience each day. You’ll prepare work areas, transport tools and materials, assist with installing sinks, toilets, water heaters, and HVAC components, seal pipe connections, diagnose minor leaks, operate drain‑cleaning equipment, review basic blueprints, and support safety procedures.

For over 30 years, Champaign residents have counted on our family‑owned team for everything from electrical panels to sewer lines to heating and cooling systems. We take on the jobs others won’t – because we have the skill, pride, and passion to do them right.

We believe happy employees create happy customers, so we invest in a fun, positive environment, complete with a well‑stocked snack bar and benefits that show we care.