Plumbing Apprentice

Universal Plumbing is seeking a Plumbing Helper who will work under the direction of our Service Technicians and provide immediate support with making plumbing repairs. 

This position is full-time. Full-time employees working a minimum 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday) are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage effective after an introductory period. Other benefits offered are Life insurance, Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Time Off. 

Universal Plumbing is a Drug-Free Workplace.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Aid our Service Technicians with installation, maintenance and repairs of plumbing systems in residential and commercial spaces
• Ability to take direction from technician regarding lifting, retrieving supplies, loading and unloading vehicles
• Show initiative in assisting technicians and learning the trade
• Immediately report potential issues or failures with repairs directly to the technician on site

Qualifications 

• Plumbing experience is not required but a plus!
• Ability to handle plumbing tools and equipment, and/or willingness to learn (i.e. pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, etc.)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to take direction
• Must be able to be flexible and work with a team
• Valid driver’s license
• Clean record from Department of Motor Vehicles 

Physical Requirements 

• Good physical condition and strength with the ability to work in awkward spaces
• Ability to lift 80lbs plus.