Becoming a plumber typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in Los Alamos, NM, last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 736,000 plumbers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550. In Los Alamos, NM, plumbers earn an average of $515 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $80,000 annually. Vocational schools, unions, and industry platforms help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Los Alamos Plumbing is hiring! Come be part of our team! Los Alamos Plumbing is the premier residential plumbing service company in Los Alamos, New Mexico. We have been offering our customer’s the best possible service for 8 years. Due to our continued high demand for plumbing and HVAC services across the entire Los Alamos and White Rock areas, we need help now! As one of Los Alamos’s top workplaces, we are proud to offer our employees an amazing career! Some of the benefits include: • Pay range of $35-$75 per hour , depending on experience with performance incentives. • No on-call shifts EVER! • Optional medical insurance, • Company-paid life insurance, • Paid holidays & vacation time, including up to 7 days of paid time off in your first year, • Company wellness program, • Provided take home work truck/vehicle, including gas, • Provided company uniform shirts and jackets, plus a $250 yearly allowance for work wear (boots, pants, etc.) • Ongoing paid training & support • Optional 4-day work week (3 days off each week!) Our requirements are: • Qualify to drive a company vehicle, which includes a valid NM driver’s license, • Min.5 years experience or State issued journeyman license. • Not afraid of tight spaces, • Lift 50+ pounds. To be successful at Los Alamos Plumbing, • Must arrive on time, • Provide customers with up front options and pricing, • Provide customers with reasonable and accurate expectations for work, • Keep personal appearance neat and professional • Keeping service vehicle neat and professional. • Preform quality work consistent with Los Alamos Plumbing standards, which is in most cases above and beyond industry standards. • Complete jobs including follow up calls and invoicing for customers, • Ordering needed parts. • Have a great attitude and work well with others. If this sounds like something you can do, we want you on our team! A note from the owner: I guarantee Los Alamos Plumbing is like no place you’ve ever worked. We value our employees and hold your goals in the same regard as the company’s. I want to see everyone succeed professionally and personally. We demand a great work environment and expect a healthy work - life balance. We are all here because, lets be real, we have bills to pay and goals to achieve, but we enjoy and are proud of what we do! A job can be challenging but when you enjoy stepping through that door in the morning and feel good about your accomplishments at the end of the day, a “job” becomes so much more. Remember the best time to find a GREAT job is when you have a good job!
See More Details >>About Us At Waller's Plumbing and Heating, we are committed to providing high-quality plumbing services to our clients, with a focus on reliability, expertise, and customer satisfaction. As a growing company, we are looking to expand our team with skilled professionals who are passionate about their trade. Join us and be a part of a supportive, dynamic, and innovative work environment! Job Summary We are seeking an experienced licensed Journeyman Service Plumber / HVAC technician to perform installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing, heating, and cooling systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both residential and commercial environments and be proficient in various plumbing, heating, and cooling tasks, including installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing, heating, and cooling systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. This role requires a strong understanding of blueprint reading, basic math skills, and the ability to perform heavy lifting as needed on construction sites. Responsibilities • Install, repair, and maintain plumbing, heating, and cooling systems in residential and commercial buildings. • Read and interpret blueprints to determine the layout of various systems. • Perform pipe threading, soldering, and welding as necessary for various projects. • Conduct field service work to troubleshoot and resolve issues on-site. • Collaborate with other trade professionals to ensure project completion according to specifications. • Provide high-quality customer service and communicate effectively with clients. • Assist in remodeling projects by installing new plumbing fixtures and systems. • Adhere to health and safety regulations while performing heavy lifting and working in potentially hazardous environments. • Ensure compliance with local plumbing, heating, and cooling codes • Maintain a clean and organized work area at all times. Qualifications • Proven experience as a Journeyman Plumber, HVAC Technician, or similar role. Minimum of 5 years of experience. • Strong knowledge of plumbing, heating, and cooling codes, tools, and equipment • Strong knowledge of plumbing, heating, and cooling techniques and practices. • Ability to read blueprints and perform basic math calculations related to plumbing, heating, and cooling tasks. • Experience with pipe threading, welding, and other relevant skills is preferred. • Physical stamina to perform heavy lifting and stand for extended periods during work hours. • Sheet metal experience highly desired • Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering high-quality workmanship. • Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and clients. • Other licenses will be considered • MUST have valid driver's license and reliable transportation What We Offer • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development • Company vehicle and power tools provided for on-site work • Supportive and inclusive work environment Join our team of professionals where your expertise will be valued, and you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to our projects! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $28.85 - $38.46 per hour Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week Benefits: • Flexible schedule • Tools provided Compensation Package: • Hourly pay • Overtime pay Schedule: • Monday to Friday • Overtime • Weekends as needed Application Question(s): • Do you currently have a Los Alamos National Laboratory Badge? Education: • High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: • plumbing: 5 years (Preferred) • heating and cooling: 5 years (Preferred) License/Certification: • Journeyman License (Required) • Journeyman HVAC (Preferred) • HVAC Certification (Preferred) • Gas Fitters License (Preferred) Location: • Los Alamos, NM 87544 (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Los Alamos, NM 87544 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Los Alamos, NM 87544: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
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/
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