Plumbing Technician Since 2001, Lazer Home Services has been the heartbeat of reliable home solutions, ensuring comfort and safety. Our commitment is simple: quality work with top-notch materials, guaranteed reliability, and dedication to satisfaction. At Lazer Home Services, we're more than technicians -we're your neighbors. With a deep understanding of Des Moines' unique needs, we deliver personalized solutions for plumbing, electrical, and HVAC challenges. And we are growing! We are looking for a Plumbing Technician to join our team. Apply today! We are currently looking for: - Plumbers (Journeyman & Apprentice) who are tired of being on call! We are also looking for techs who are tired of being laid off! We will keep you busy! Plumber (Journeyman & Apprentice) include: - 8 paid holidays - Flexible hours to spend time with your family, NEVER ON CALL - Retirement plan - match up to 6% - Health insurance provided - Dental insurance provided - Company vehicle to drive home - Company paid tools (we provide all battery tools) Required Qualifications: • Valid driver's license • Willingness to invest in necessary tools and ongoing training • Advanced customer service and communication skills • Ability to take on leadership roles and responsibilities Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Lazer Home Services is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.
See More Details >>Your Impact at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you combine top-notch customer service skills with genuine care for people to help customers feel comfortable while shopping at Lowe's. This is an excellent role for those who want to engage with customers and help them solve their home improvement challenges. How We Support You Whether you need a part-time position or a place to plant yourself and grow, Lowe's is ready to support your goals. As a Lowe's associate, you'll gain access to many benefits beyond competitive pay and flexible schedules. • Make your well-being a priority with multiple top-tier health insurance options. • Explore educational opportunities with Lowe's tuition assistance program. • Take charge of your financial future with a company-matching 401(k) and optional Employee Stock Purchase Program. • Gain extra savings with a 10% Associate Discount. • Learn new trade skills with our Track to the Trades program. For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits. Your Day at Lowe's As a Customer Service Associate, you will welcome customers to Lowe's and help them find the right products and services for their home improvement needs. You will interact with customers throughout the day, help them find and select products, occasionally load merchandise, and ensure all customer needs are met. While you will spend most of your time listening to customers, answering questions, and organizing merchandise, your daily responsibilities may vary by department. Customer Service Associates work in one of the following departments, based on hiring needs and skillsets: Appliances, Cabinets, Flooring, Live Nursery, Inside Garden, Hardware, Tools, Millwork, Building Materials, Plumbing, Electrical, Paint, Home Décor, Tool Rental, or Pro Services. Key Responsibilities • Welcome customers to Lowe's, answer questions, and deliver friendly and professional customer service. • Assist customers with locating and handling merchandise • Down stock merchandise by looking for empty areas on shelves and replenishing supplies • Process orders and deliveries accurately so customers receive merchandise as expected and on time • Cross-functionally train in other areas of the store to help deliver the best customer service • Prepare merchandise in your department based on customer needs (e.g., tint and mix paint, cut and thread pipe, cut and bundle wood, cut drywall, cut blinds) • Guide customers through shopping or checkout • Complete other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications • 6 Months Experience using a computer, including inputting, accessing, modifying, or outputting information • 6 Months Experience using common retail technology, such as smart phones and tablets • Reading, writing, and performing basic arithmetic (addition and subtraction) • Able to perform duties that may require prolonged standing, sitting, and other activities necessary to perform job duties • Minimally lift 25lbs unassisted or over 25lbs with or without an accommodation Preferred Qualifications • 6 months of Retail and/or customer service experience • Bi-lingual skills • Certification in trade related to department (e.g., hardware, kitchen, plumbing, electrical, lawn and garden, and lumber/building materials) Lowe's commitment to growth and teamwork extends to the community as well. To better equip our stores and serve our communities, we strongly encourage bilingual, military, and veteran talent to apply and join our team. Travel Requirements This role does not require regular travel; however, this role may need to travel occasionally to meetings, training, or to support neighboring stores. Working Conditions Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment. Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 75 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 75 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker. About Lowe's Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
See More Details >>• Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role. DSG is seeking a Plumbing/Mechanical Quotations Specialist for our Iowa and South Dakota regions. In this full time, salaried position, work is typically performed onsite within a DSG branch between the hours of 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday, but may vary on occasion according to business needs. As a Quotations Specialist, you will be responsible for developing quotations for residential and commercial plumbing and mechanical projects. At DSG, we are dedicated to building futures one job at a time. Starting with yours. As an ESOP, we are a community of peers, first and foremost. And we focus on cultivating an environment of respect, teamwork and growth. Where your career path is rich with possibilities. Where every success is shared. And where every challenge is overcome together. For more than a century, we’ve delivered more than supplies, we’ve offered true partnership and valuable solutions. By continuing to empower the future of our vendors and customers, we will empower a future of ongoing success for all of us. A Typical Day in the Life of a Plumbing/Mechanical Quotations Specialist at DSG: • Review bid reports, solicit sales team feedback, and elicit direct customer feedback to determine quotation opportunities. • Develop estimates of material quantities and provide price quotations on industrial, commercial, and construction projects in a timely and professionally presented manner • Exchange project plans and specifications to perform takeoff • Review specified products and determine availability, finding quote equivalent substitutes as necessary • Contact and negotiate with vendors for special terms and pricing for supplies and materials regarding quoted projects • Follow up with the Sales team and quoted customers to secure the sale of the project • Assist in the preparation and assembly of submittals for approval • Address all customer complaints and/or inquiries promptly to ensure equitable resolutions and maximize customer satisfaction • Write up the orders for customer materials, confirm delivery dates, and release orders to meet project requirements • Track, monitor, and maintain an orderly quotation file and record of jobs quoted • Provide technical support to fellow employee owners and customers • Other duties as assigned A Successful Plumbing/Mechanical Quotations Specialist Typically Has: • A High School diploma or equivalent. • Secondary or post-secondary coursework concentrated in a related field OR field experience and/or technical knowledge of plumbing and HVAC/mechanical products and application. • A sales-oriented mindset and drive to succeed in a highly competitive market. • A strong ability to communicate effectively orally, via phone, and in writing (email) with customers and vendors. • Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills. • Organizational skills to plan and prioritize work effectively. • An innate ability to flourish in a fast-paced work environment. • Prior computer knowledge, experience, and skills. At DSG, We Offer Benefits Built for You: • We are proudly 100% employee owned, which means your hard work and decisions directly benefit not only the success of the organization, but also your individual Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). • We are highly committed to your training and development, offering personal and professional development opportunities and unlimited growth potential. • We offer competitive compensation packages based on your experience and potential. • You will receive generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Medical Leave (EML) allowances. • Our comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision, also offers a multitude of other perks such as life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution, among many others. • We know the importance of family, and offer various family planning and childcare savings opportunities, including paid parental leave, adoption assistance, infertility assistance, and a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA). • Build your financial future through multiple retirement savings opportunities, including a 401(k) with employer match and ESOP. • You will receive a discount on all DSG-supplied products. • We believe in giving back to our communities and hope that you will too, which is why we offer paid volunteer hours in addition to PTO.
See More Details >>Becoming a plumber typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 736,000 plumbers nationwide, with projections of a 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Ames, IA earn an average of $601.75 per week, with an annual overtime average of $19,256. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $65,120 annually for experienced professionals.
