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 736,000 plumbers nationwide, with projections of a 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Hot Springs, AR, earn an average of $921.50 per week, with an annual overtime average of $47,973. 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.
Turn Your Expertise into Excellence at Bert Black Service Companies! Are you ready to join a company that values quality, teamwork, and professionalism? Located in beautiful Hot Springs, Arkansas, Bert Black Service Companies is raising the bar in the plumbing industry. If you’re committed to delivering top-notch work and want to be part of a supportive team that gets the job done right, this is the place for you. What’s in It for You? • Company-provided vehicle, fuel card, premium tools, uniforms, and mental health benefits. • $59,920 - $76,320 annually, with performance bonuses for a job well done. • Full medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, PTO, and more. • Join a crew that values collaboration and open communication. • Stable schedules so you can enjoy your time off. Why You’ll Love It Here • Team-Oriented Culture: Be part of a close-knit team that values your hard work and celebrates your success. • Supportive Environment: Enjoy mentorship, collaboration, and an open-door policy that fosters growth and trust. • Opportunities for Advancement: Benefit from ongoing training and career development programs designed to help you grow. • Commitment to Excellence: Work for a company that prioritizes quality, respect, and pride in every project. Your New Role • Precision Installations: Perform plumbing system installations with accuracy, adhering to safety regulations and local codes. • Technical Expertise: Handle soldering, brazing, copper piping, and gas line connections with skill and care. • Workplace Organization: Keep your workspace clean and organized while documenting tasks in the Service Titan system. • Customer Satisfaction: Deliver exceptional service, ensuring work is completed to the highest standards and minimizing callbacks. • Mentorship Opportunities: Share your knowledge and experience by guiding apprentices as they grow in the trade. Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience. • 3-5 years of experience in plumbing installation and service work. • Journeyman Plumber license or 4th-Year Apprentice certification. • High school diploma or GED. • Valid driver’s license with eligibility for insurance. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, operate tablets, and navigate using GPS. Bert Black Service Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
See More Details >>We are looking for a Journeyman Plumber to join our team! A career at Paschal is more than just a job. Here, we value respect, integrity, and service above all else. Paschal provides the tools you need to succeed, both in your career, and in other aspects of your own life. We are serious about maintaining our team-oriented culture centered on our Customers, our Employees, and the Company in that order - while having a lot of fun doing it! What you’ll love about working for us: • Paid Time Off accrued your first year of employment • Paid Holidays • Medical, vision, dental, life, accident, and disability insurance • Company paid life insurance • Retirement savings with a company match • Tuition/training reimbursement What you’ll be doing: • Report to customers’ homes on time and arrive with the general knowledge of the work to be done. • Educate customers on system use, maintenance tips and techniques for damage prevention; provide insight and professional suggestions for optimizing system function. Give advice on additional services that may be beneficial to the customers. • Perform routine maintenance such as replacing seals and repairing leaks. • Install water heaters, water lines garbage disposals, new fixtures, etc. • Utilize several types of tools, including electrical hand-tools, saws, drills, brazing equipment, drain machines, and propress • Determine service requirements by applying technical skills and experience, including system operations and preventive maintenance experience. • Complete all work processes while maintaining safe working conditions and personal safety. • Supervise and mentor Apprentice Plumbers as needed. • Document, in detail, the outcome of every work order. Successful Candidate Must Possess the Following Qualifications: • Desire to be part of a winning team. • Possession of a valid driver’s license and good driving record. • Possess great mechanical aptitude. • Strong ability to read and understand technical instructions. • Good written and verbal communication skills. • Strong knowledge of equipment, tools and methods commonly applied in plumbing services • Knowledge of code requirements and safety practices concerning plumbing work. • Accurate diagnostics ability. • Excellent ability to explain technical information to clients. • Computer knowledge and the ability to apply the necessary software tools for plumbing duties, such as time keeping, customer billing and applying credit card payments. • This position is considered a safety sensitive position, successful completion of a preemployment drug screen and background check is required. Paschal Heating and Air Conditioning Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions at Paschal Heating and Air Conditioning Co., Inc. are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 0QuZkB7jmo
See More Details >>Thank you for your interest in becoming part of the Oaklawn Team. We have an extraordinary legacy. We are a family with strong core values, providing a new level of excitement for our guests and Team Members as we aspire to be Arkansas' Employer of Choice. We are currently seeking a talented individual for our Facility Engineer Plumber (Journeyman) position. This position will perform journeyman level maintenance, repairs and installations of all types of plumbing equipment, industrial water systems, sewer systems, and related devices. Perform preventative maintenance programs, inspections and repairs; respond to emergency plumbing calls and maintain and repair all-natural gas services including valves. Must maintain Arkansas Journeyman Plumber License. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Facility EngineerPlumber (Journeyman) is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and executing installation, repairs, troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance on, including but not limited to: • Maintains and repairs general plumbing components to include toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs, and drains. • Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials • Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids • Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation • Assembles fittings and valves for installation • Modifies length of pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing materials as needed for a building • Uses saws and pipe cutters as necessary • Tests plumbing systems for leaks and other problems • Analyses problem and identifies appropriate tools and materials for repair • Installs, repairs, or replaces domestic hot and cold water lines. • Repairs and replaces steam to hot water exchangers for major building heating systems and pools. • Repairs and replaces pneumatic steam valves, radiator valves, traps, and steam and condensate pipes. • Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, and sewage pumps. • Installs, tests, and repairs all sizes of backflow prevention devices. • Leads troubleshooting efforts and repairs steam, water, and gas distribution systems. • Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. • Provides sketches and dimensions used by drafters to create plans for subcontractor work. • Researches catalogs and vendor services for complex and/or customized system retrofits. • Performs weekly inspections of facilities to determine needs, issues and project completion • Perform all of the duties and responsibilities in a professional, friendly, courteous and helpful manner, maintaining extreme confidentiality with all information • Maintains an attitude & philosophy consistent with the company Core Values and Standards of Behavior with internal & external guests • Punctual attendance required • Ability to work required overtime. • Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 21 years of age. • High school diploma or GED; VOTECH • 3+ years of trade experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.; industrial/commercial experience • Possession of a current Arkansas Journeyman License • Plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair skills. • Knowledge of steam, water, and natural gas distribution systems maintenance and repair. • Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade. • Ability to lead others in troubleshooting and emergency repairs. • Ability to develop and implement planned maintenance programs. • Ability to read, understand, and follows safety procedures. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This job does not have supervisory responsibilities. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read and communicate verbally in English. Written communication skills in in English may also be required. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS • Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations. • Must possess a current Arkansas Master or Journeyman license. • Must possess a valid driver's license and have acceptable driving history as determined by Oaklawn Jockey Club. OAKLAWN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is Oaklawn's intent to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe and secure environment for our Team Members. All applicants must complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
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