Location: Our home office address is 1227 Hwy 641 S Paris, TN and we are looking for for all experience levels residing in the West TN area. Education A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Technical schools offer courses on pipe system design, safety, and tool use. They also offer welding courses that are considered necessary by some pipefitter and steamfitter apprenticeship training programs. Training Most plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters learn their trade through a 4- or 5-year apprenticeship. Each year, apprentices must have at least 1,700 to 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job training and a minimum of 246 hours of related technical education. On the job apprenticeship programs are offered at Ellis Heating Company, Inc. P lumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters learn on the job through specific task-oriented training. The basic qualifications for entering an apprenticeship program are being 18 years old and having a high school diploma or the equivalent. After completing an apprenticeship program, plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters are considered to be journey workers, qualifying them to perform duties on their own. Benefits • Holiday/Vacation/Sick Pay • Medical Insurance • Voluntary Insurance Package • Profit Sharing Plan • Tool Account • Company T-shirts and Hats • Company vehicle Job Responsibilities • Install pipes and fixtures • Study blueprints and follow state and local building codes • Drawing and editing blueprints that show the placement of all the pipes and fixtures as needed • Determine the amount of material and type of equipment needed • Inspect and test installed pipe systems and pipelines • Troubleshoot systems that are not working • Replace worn parts • Cut holes in walls, ceilings, and floors as needed • Backfilling, tamping Minimum Qualifications • Supervisory skills. Plumbers must be able to direct workers, and plan work schedules according to job installation progress. • Customer-service skills. Plumbers work with customers on a regular basis, so they should be polite and courteous. • Mechanical skills. Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters use a variety of tools to assemble and repair pipe systems. Choosing the right tool and successfully installing, repairing, or maintaining a system is crucial to their work. • Physical strength. Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters must be strong enough to lift and move heavy pipe. • Troubleshooting skills. Plumbers, pipefitters, and steamfitters find, diagnose, and repair problems. For example, pipefitters must be able to perform pressure tests to pinpoint the location of a leak. About Us With more than 70 years in the heating and cooling business, Ellis Heating Company, Inc. and Ellis Mechanical, LLC are mechanical contracting companies serving West Tennessee with unlimited license numbers (10458, and 61458) and bondable in TN. HVAC service is handled by our related party company, EC Sales and Service, LLC. Many of our employees have 15+ years of experience at Ellis Heating Company, Inc.; weve earned a reputation for doing the job right the first time.
See More Details >>Commercial Plumber – Commercial Construction Place Services, Inc. (PSI) - "Building Our Company by Building Our People" PSI is a nationwide Commercial General Contractor (GC) and Subcontractor company specializing in remodeling and new construction of retail Big Box stores. PSI was founded in 2006 and has grown into a $100+ million-dollar company. We have worked for a wide range of retail giants including Walmart, Publix, JC Penny’s, Best Buy, CVS, RaceTrac, QuikTrip, Kroger, and Macy’s. We have immediate openings for Plumbers and Plumber Helpers to join our dynamic growing team! This position is based in the Paris, TN area or the surrounding region, but is a travel position working mostly night shifts with travel required from state to state as needed to complete company Plumbing projects. Place Services benefits include: • Competitive base salary with bonus potential • Travel per diem pay • Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance, Life and Accident Insurance • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan including a ROTH IRA option • Generous Personal Time Off program & 7 paid Holidays Responsibilities: • An eager and energetic problem-solver who wants to do the best plumbing job possible • A go-getter who is open to working on any kind of project, at any time, in any place (can be day or third shift, local or regionally, etc.) • A team player who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves and help others as they help this person • Install above and below slab storm, sanitary and vent plumbing systems • Install plumbing fixtures, pumps, and other plumbing equipment • Read and stay current on plumber project drawings • Assist by directing and teaching plumber helpers and laborers, ensuring any of your foreman’s directions are communicated clearly to them and that their work meets design and quality standards • Communicate effectively with other trades as well as plumbing Qualifications: • 1-5 years commercial plumber experience • Ability to travel state-wide Monday – Friday if needed • Ability to work day or night shift – depending on plumber project • A valid driver’s license with reliable car to get to and from job site • Ability to: • lift 75 lbs. • transfer 130 lbs. a distance of 12 feet with the help of another person • ascend and descent ladders and other elevated structures • to work from heights from an elevated aerial device As an EEO employer, Place Services, Inc. is committed to providing all applicants and employees with equal access to employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, age, color, national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Place Services, Inc. shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
See More Details >>Becoming a pipefitter in Paris, TN, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship that combines hands-on experience and classroom instruction, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning. Apprenticeships generally last four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a projected 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. In Paris, TN, the average weekly wage for pipefitters is approximately $440.50, with experienced professionals often earning over $108,000 annually. This trade offers a lucrative career path, supported by training programs available through trade schools and unions, leading to a stable and rewarding profession.
