Becoming a plumber in Lafayette, IN, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining 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 a median annual wage of $61,550, equivalent to $29.59 per hour. Apprentices earn an average of $52,000 annually in Lafayette, IN, with experienced plumbers often exceeding $80,000. Vocational training programs, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Why Join the Peterman team? Peterman Brothers is an Indiana-owned company, founded right here in central Indiana. Starting out in Pete Peterman's garage in 1986, we have grown to have over 500 employees with 11 locations across Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio! We've been on the Indy Star's Top Workplaces list eight years in a row, and here's why: • Work-Life Balance: Our company has no on-call shifting. When our employees go home after a shift, they stay home! • Training Opportunities: We offer multiple opportunities for certifications and training within each role. Technicians receive our own Peterman Way training, opportunities for plumbing school reimbursement, and more. We also have a state-of-the-art training center, Top Tech Academy. • Career Progression: Peterman Brothers makes goal-reaching a priority on a company-wide and individual level. Technicians have a progression plan, knowing exactly what to accomplish to reach their goals in career growth! As a growing company, we offer some of the best benefits in the industry. Here's some of our favorites: • Top Compensation Package • No On-Call Shifting • Guaranteed 40 hours • 401k w/ Company Match (up to 4%, vested from day 1) • Personal Time Off (2 weeks to start) • Unlimited Unpaid Vacation • HSA w/ Company Contribution • Medical Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life • Voluntary Insurance Options • Virtual Teladoc Appointments • Employee Assistance Program • Employee Discount • Pet Insurance • Tool Account • 6 Paid Holidays with 2 additional paid floating holidays • Paid Birthday Off • Bereavement Pay • Company Vehicle and Gas Card • Company Events & Parties • Advancement and Growth Opportunities • And so many more! The Role: Our Plumbing Install technicians install and replace systems within each customer's home. Their priority is the customer, educating them on their new equipment and ensuring a 5-star quality service with every interaction, every call, in every home. Our Plumbing Install crews have the benefit of earning a Guaranteed 40 hour per week paycheck regardless of season and level of work. What You'll Do • Install plumbing systems, fixtures, and equipment from water heaters to compressors to valves • Be a strong leader with a desire to help your team be the best in the industry. • Consistently represent yourself as a professional and "industry knowledgeable" which will in return lead to new referrals and repeat business! • Build a healthy relationship with field leadership, and peers. • Explain plumbing equipment to customers. • Help develop new installers through continuous coaching, and teaching What You'll Need • Proven Track Record in Plumbing Install • 2+ years of Experience • Have the ability to keep your apprentice on task and communicate clearly on training and learning objectives • Strong Desire to Grow and Develop Your Team • Clean, Safe, Driving Record • High School Diploma or GED Want to join a company that puts people first? Apply today, and our talent team will take it from there. If you're ready to chase your dreams, pick Peterman Brothers, where great service runs in the family! Peterman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
See More Details >>Fort Wayne Plumbing is a trusted plumbing contractor from Fort Wayne, IN. As a small company, we specialize in large-scale residential projects, delivering quality craftsmanship and reliable service. We’re looking for experienced plumbers to install fixtures and water heaters for a new senior community in New Palestine IN. There’s 50 units in this senior community that are in the final stage and needing completed. The south Indy, Greenfield, New Palestine area is constantly expanding and we’ve had a continuous presence in this area for years so there will be opportunity to move to another project after this senior center is completed. Why Join Us? Our work environment offers: • A positive and supportive atmosphere • Opportunities for growth and advancement Now Hiring: Experienced Plumber We’re looking for skilled plumbers to join our team of installers. The ideal candidate will have experience working with residential and/or commercial plumbing systems and be proficient in: • Underground plumbing • Rough-ins • Finish plumbing Requirements: • Reliable transportation • Basic hand tools If you’re a dedicated professional looking for a great team to work with, we’d love to hear from you! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $19.00 - $35.00 per hour Benefits: • Professional development assistance Schedule: • 8 hour shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Ability to Commute: • Lafayette, IN 47909 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Lafayette, IN 47909: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>WHY WORK FOR SUMMERS? This is an outstanding opportunity for a career move to one of the most dynamic companies in the Midwest! Searching for highly motivated Apprentice Residential Plumbing Service Technicians with experience in residential service and sales. High growth potential for right candidates who presently have the ability to determine plumbing service needs, quote prices, and perform repairs. We offer employees an outstanding compensation package with paid holidays, vacations, health and dental insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401K with company match, AND we are EMPLOYEE OWNED (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)! We are also honored to have made the Best Places to Work in Indiana list this year! OUR CORE VALUES! • Integrity: We do the right thing, even when no one is looking. • Ownership: We take responsibility for the growth of our team, the organization and ourselves. • Service: We take the extra step to go above and beyond what is expected of us. $$$ COMPETITIVE BASE PAY PLUS SPIFFS AND COMMISSIONS! $$$ Skills & Requirements: All interested candidates must currently be able to assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes. Ideal candidates will understand water heater and water conditioning operation, well pumps, sewer cleaning, basic repairs of plumbing and plumbing fixtures. Training to expand knowledge base and areas of expertise will be provided with further certification expected. Job Duties: • Communicate professionally and respectfully with customers, office staff and coworkers. • Be thorough in inspections, and accurate in quoting replacements or repairs. • Completion of proposed work as quoted. • Participate in on-call assignments and back-up as required. • Participate in all required staff meetings and training sessions. • Positive attitude required and must be able to promote a professional, and friendly work environment. • Work hard, smart and efficiently. • Follow the outline of company policies and procedures. • Drug testing, background checks and valid driver's license are conditions of employment • Assist others in the completion of duties as assigned • Other duties as assigned Physical Requirements: • Must be able to lift and maneuver equipment up to 75 lbs. • Must be able to crawl, climb, kneel, squat, bend and reach overhead • Must be able to climb and work on ladders Must be able to use hand and power tools Drug testing, background checks and valid driver's license are conditions of employment.
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