Overview
Salary
$37,500 - $50,300 / Year
Education Required
High School Graduate
Work Experience Required
None
Responsibilities
The Plumber Apprentice is an entry-level role designed for individuals looking to start a career in plumbing.
Responsibilities include:
- – Assist in the assembly, installation, and repair of pipes, fixtures, and equipment in compliance with specifications and building codes.
- – Handle tools, materials, and assist in ensuring systems are installed correctly and safely.
- – Maintain a clean work environment and learn plumbing techniques and safety protocols through on-the-job and classroom training.
Skills
- Basic Plumbing Knowledge: A foundational understanding of plumbing principles, tools, and materials.
- Hand and Power Tools: Proficiency with common plumbing tools, such as wrenches, pipe cutters, and pliers.
- Safety Awareness: A commitment to safety protocols and the ability to work with plumbing systems safely.
- Problem-Solving: Developing problem-solving skills to assist in troubleshooting plumbing issues.
- Communication: Effective communication skills to follow instructions, learn from experienced plumbers, and work as part of a team.
- Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail to ensure accurate measurements and precise pipe fitting.
- Math Skills: Basic math skills for measuring, cutting, and calculating pipe dimensions.
Certifications Required
- OSHA 10-Hour Construction Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Plumbing Apprentice License
- Confined Space Entry Certification
- Backflow Prevention Certification
Certifications Preferred
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
- NCCER Plumbing Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Welding Certification
- Lead Safe Certification
