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 of a 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Flint, MI, earn an average of $1,274.5 per week, with an annual overtime average of $48,612. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $80,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Job Title: Journeyman Plumber Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Journeyman Plumber to manage plumbing repairs, maintenance, and new construction in an industrial manufacturing facility. The role includes troubleshooting industrial plumbing and piping systems, and reviewing building plans and specifications to determine the layout and troubleshooting for piping systems, piping controls, and related components. Comfort working with PCS, steel, carbon, and other types of piping and pipe systems is essential. Responsibilities • Perform plumbing repairs, maintenance, and new construction in an industrial manufacturing facility. • Troubleshoot industrial plumbing and piping systems. • Review building plans and specifications to determine layout and troubleshooting for piping systems and related components. • Work with PCS, steel, carbon, and other types of piping and pipe systems. Essential Skills • Journeyman or Master Plumber License. • 4+ years of plumbing experience, specifically in an industrial setting. • Proficiency in troubleshooting plumbing and piping systems. • Experience with plumbing, fire protection, and pipe fitting. • Ability to bend conduit and install piping systems. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Backflow certification. • Experience with construction, electrical, and blueprint reading. • Skills in brazing, mechanical work, and threading. Why Work Here? Join a company that offers excellent benefits and the opportunity to join a union after 90 days. There is a great potential for career advancement, with the possibility to get hired into a major manufacturing company within 2-3 years, often sooner. Work Environment The position is located in the GM Flint Plant. Work hours vary by shift: 1st Shift (7am-3:30pm Mon-Fri), 2nd Shift (3pm-11:30pm Mon-Fri), 3rd Shift (11pm-7:30am Mon-Fri), 4th Shift (Fri: 7am-3:30pm, Sat & Sun: 7am-7:30pm, Mon: 7am-3:30pm), and 5th Shift (Fri: 11pm-7:30am, Sat & Sun: 7pm-7:30am, Mon: 11pm-7:30am). Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Flint, Michigan. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $72800.00/yr. UAW Union after 90 days, great benefits, great company Medical Dental 401k Pay increases based off union contract Year 1 - $35.00 Year 2 - $38.50 Year 3 - $41.58 Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Flint,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2025. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>Currently, Goyette Mechanical Company has an immediate opening for an experienced Residential Plumber in our Service Department around our Flint, Michigan location. We are looking for a motivated and hard working individual to join our growing team. Job Description: • Travel to customer's home and repair plumbing issues • Troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing different types of fixtures and piping • Replacing and installing sump pumps and water heaters • Provide customers with good options on repairs • Submit complete and organized paperwork in a timely fashion • Keep company provided vehicle clean and well maintained
See More Details >>Job Description Supervises and/or participates in the installation, maintenance, and repair of all types of plumbing apparatus and fixtures. Performs skilled work in the repair and alteration of building plumbing and hydro-pneumatic systems. Participates in quality assessment and continuous quality improvement activities. Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a courteous and customer-focused manner according to the Hurley Family Standards of Behavior. Works under the supervision of a departmental director or designee who makes assignments and checks work for conformance with established standards. May exercise partial supervision over a few semi-skilled personnel and apprentices. Responsibilities • Supervises and participates in installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of plumbing and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes. • Supervises and assists in erecting fitting and fixtures for heating systems. Cuts and threads pipes. Utilizes pipe cutters, cutting torches, and pipe-threading machines. • Installs and assembles heating systems. Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners. • Repairs and maintains plumbing, by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending pipes, and opening clogged drains. • May weld anchoring fixtures and devices to steel structural materials. • Installs pressure systems, flow valves, and hydro-pneumatic instrumentation on various plumbing systems. Makes estimates of costs relating to plumbing installation and material costs. • Keeps necessary records of service and repairs of assigned equipment. 8. Makes emergency repairs and adjustments. Qualifications • Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the trade. • Considerable knowledge of the hazards, and precautionary methods peculiar to the trade. • Possession of a valid State of Michigan Plumbers License. • Certification in medical gas systems preferred. • Working knowledge of the Plumbers Code. • Knowledge of medical gas systems and pertinent code requirements. • Manual dexterity to use a variety of hand/power tools. • Ability to work from drawing and specifications and to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions. • Skilled in the use of the tools and the operation of equipment of the trade. • Skilled in locating and adjusting defects in plumbing systems and equipment. • Ability to stand, bend, stoop, climb ladders, etc. • Ability to read blueprints, equipment manuals, etc. • Ability to withstand extremes in temperature, hot water, sewage, etc. • Ability to meet the physical, mental and visual standards of the job. • Ability and willingness to work in a manner that will not needlessly endanger the safety to oneself, other persons, and equipment. • Ability to coordinate assignments and work with other trades. • Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with Medical Center personnel, patients, contractors, and the general public.
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