Job description: • Assist a plumber with residential and commercial plumbing repairs and installation of plumbing systems, including repairs of plumbing fixtures, faucets, water closets, water heaters, tub/shower valves and other plumbing fixtures and connections. • Learn about complete roughin and completion of plumbing fixtures including underground, crawl space and exposed drain, vent, gas, and water supply lines to all fixtures. • Learn the proper installation of drain, vent, and water lines to supply properly sized and installed drain and water lines, freeze and movement protection, proper slope and drainage piping and completion of plumbing systems. • Learn different piping, including PVC, black steel, copper, Pex and more • Learn proper support, installation, and connection of each system to meet code requirements. • Will become familiar with tools, terminology, truck and warehouse stocking, • Will learn cleaning and maintenance of tools, jobsites, vehicles, and warehouse areas. • Learn proper invoicing and estimating for plumbing problems or additions. • Will learn to troubleshoot drain, vent, and fixture problems and solutions via video inspection, drain and sewer line cleaning, and repairs. • Will learn the cause of plumbing issues and the remedies for these issues. • Will learn basic HVAC activities Requirements: • 18 years of age • No minimum education but must be prepared to obtain a GED or high school diploma after hire • Some vocational training or current enrollment in vocational training is advantageous • Must be able to work in difficult, tight, hot, cold and often dirty conditions Hours: Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm - flexible hours Attire: Jeans, t-shirts (no graphics/wording) and work boots, short hair or long hair must be pulled back for safety reasons. Safety glasses and gloves provided by employer Wage: $14/hr
See More Details >>About the Role The Plumbing Intern position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in the plumbing trade. As an intern, you will assist experienced plumbers with various tasks, including repairs, installations, and maintenance of plumbing systems. Duties include: • Assisting plumbers with residential and commercial plumbing projects • Learning about plumbing systems, including rough-in and completion of fixtures • Understanding different piping materials and techniques • Developing skills in troubleshooting and repair of plumbing issues To succeed in this role, you will need to possess excellent communication and teamwork skills, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. We offer a competitive hourly wage and flexible scheduling to accommodate your needs. Key Responsibilities: • Assist plumbers with plumbing repairs and installations • Develop skills in plumbing systems and piping materials • Troubleshoot and repair plumbing issues • Work in a team environment to complete projects Requirements: • Must be 18 years of age or older • No minimum education required, but must be prepared to obtain a GED or high school diploma after hire • Some vocational training or current enrollment in vocational training is advantageous • Ability to work in difficult conditions
See More Details >>Title: Maintenance Technician Looking for full-time, year-round, recession-proof work? As a maintenance technician in the residential property management field, you’ll have a consistent, secure job that enables you to work with your hands, help people, and solve problems. RPM maintenance technicians prepare apartments for new residents, make repairs in apartments of current residents, and perform routine maintenance in and around the community.This job and career path have advantages that you can’t find everywhere, even in other maintenance jobs, such as: Consistent work. The RPM industry is resilient, and as an RPM maintenance technician, you’ll have work even when COVID-19 guidelines result in closing down other industries, such as hospitality, restaurant, and retail. Also, you won’t experience seasonal lulls the way you might as HVAC contractor; construction worker; or other commercial maintenance specialists. Comprehensive benefits. With a job as an RPM maintenance technician, your needs are covered with a benefits package that includes health insurance, a 401(k), sick leave, and life insurance. RPM careers also offer paid holidays and vacations, and many provide rent reduction and tuition assistance. Range of work and knowledge. You’ll be trained and asked to fix problems with plumbing, electricity, heating, cooling, locks, carpentry, and more. Variety. No two days are alike. You’ll have different tasks in different apartments where you’ll interact with and help different people every day. Personal interaction. You’ll get to know the people you are helping in the community, and they’ll be thankful for what you do.A maintenance technician job is good for self-motivated problem-solvers who are eager to learn. The job may be especially well-suited for someone with technical school training or military, construction, contracting, or home repair experience. Companies tend to promote from within, so with some years of experience under your belt, you could become a regional maintenance manager for a portfolio of communities!Annual Base Salary Range*Entry level: $34,500 – $44,000Maintenance supervisor: $49,000 – $65,200Regional maintenance manager: $76,000 – $109,800Additional Earnings*Overtime and bonus pay: 6.7% – 11.4% of salaryHousing BenefitsSome employers offer rent reductions of 20% or more.* Source: CEL & Associates 2019 Real Estate Compensation Survey. These salary ranges are not reflective of every market and may be higher or lower depending on geographic area and employer. About the Company: National Apartment Association The National Apartment Association envisions a world where rental housing is a valued partner in every community. NAA is the leading voice for the rental housing industry and as a trusted partner, valued connector and a powerful advocate, we are committed to serving 145 state and local affiliates, over 91,000 members and more than 11 million apartment homes globally. We lead the way home. Company Size: 20 to 49 employees Industry: Other/Not Classified Founded: 0 Website: https://www.naahq.org/
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 635,000 plumbers nationwide, with projections indicating a 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Big Spring, TX, earn an average of $632 per week, with experienced plumbers earning up to $1,417 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
