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 to five 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 Elko, NV earn an average of $636 per week, with an annual overtime average of $52,464. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $100,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Company Description: ScoutWorks is a dynamic and diversified service provider, known for delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient solutions to residential, commercial, and industrial clients. With a focus on excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we are expanding our team and looking for skilled Electrician Technicians to work with us on a 1099 contractor basis. Job Summary: As a 1099 Electrician Technician at ScoutWorks, you will play a crucial role in providing expert electrical installation, maintenance, and repair services. This position demands a deep understanding of electrical systems, a commitment to safety, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently. This position requires that you be a self-motivated professional with excellent technical skills and a passion for delivering top-notch service. Job Summary: As a 1099 Plumbing Technician with ScoutWorks, you will be responsible for performing a wide range of plumbing services, including installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems, f fixtures, and equipment. This independent contractor role requires a deep knowledge of plumbing systems, a strong commitment to safety, and excellent problem-solving skills. This position requires a dedicated professional with the ability to manage various projects independently while delivering high-quality service. Job Summary: As a 1099 Locksmith Technician with ScoutWorks, you will be an integral part of our team, providing key locksmith services that include lock installation, repair, key cutting, and lockout services, as well as safe repair and installation specific to our clients’ needs. This role requires technical proficiency, excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong focus on delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated professional with a comprehensive understanding of locksmithing and a dedication to safety and quality. Job Summary: As a 1099 Handyman Technician with Scoutworks, you will be responsible for providing a wide range of repair, maintenance, and installation services to our clients. This independent contractor position requires a versatile skill set to handle jobs of varying complexity, from simple repairs to more extensive renovation projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.63 - $29.66 per hour Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Monday to Friday Willingness to travel: • 25% (Preferred) Work Location: On the road
See More Details >>Job Summary We are looking for talented and hard-working individuals to join our construction and service team for the following position as a Journeyman Plumber & Service Technician. We are a local contracting firm based in Elko, NV. We perform projects for a variety of private and government clients (with prevailing wage projects as awarded) in residential, industrial, and commercial settings. We offer competitive pay to the area, 401K with profit sharing, vacation pay, and health insurance. Journeyman Plumber & Service Technician is required to have a minimum of five years journeyman level experience in commercial, industrial, and residential work. This position requires knowledge of Uniform Plumbing Code and other related construction codes. Applicant must be able to read and scale blueprints, layout piping systems in the field, install waste, water, gas, hydronic, and other piping systems, install proper piping and equipment supports, and be able to troubleshoot equipment and repair as needed. Applicant must also be able to also install a variety of equipment including water heaters, pumps, tanks, backflows, meters and meter pits, etc. in a variety of settings. Boilers and chillers experience is a plus. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $32.00 - $38.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Company truck • Fuel card • Health insurance • Paid time off Compensation Package: • Bonus opportunities • Overtime pay • Profit sharing Schedule: • 10 hour shift • 4x10 • 5x8 • 8 hour shift Experience: • Construction plumbing: 5 years (Required) Language: • English (Required) Ability to Commute: • Elko, NV 89801 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Elko, NV 89801: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: • 25% (Preferred) Work Location: In person
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