Embarking on a career in the plumbing trade in New Jersey typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships, which last about four to five years, require extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the plumbing industry employed approximately 26,300 professionals in New Jersey, with a projected job growth of 6% from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in New Jersey earn an average of $650 per week, with experienced plumbers often surpassing $100,000 annually. Vocational training programs, unions, and industry associations like the New Jersey Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors (NJPHCC) provide valuable resources for aspiring plumbers, leading to a stable and lucrative career.
NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES 765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102 ROGER LEÓN, DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT TEACHER OF PLUMBING (Pending availability of funds and Board of Education’s approval) The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of Teacher of Plumbing. POSITION OVERVIEW The Newark Board of Education is where passion meets progress. We want you to discover a rewarding career with us. If the opportunity to make learning limitless excites you then, join our community of educators. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS • An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) as deemed necessary by https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/certsandtitles/https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/certsandtitles/ • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (preferred), unless otherwise specified by the New Jersey Department of Education. BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students by developing students' skills and competence in basic and advanced plumbing techniques, tools, and practices, safety protocols as well as an understanding of the application of plumbing principles in practical and real-world scenarios. • Implement a comprehensive plumbing curriculum and maintain familiarity with district and New Jersey State vocational standards and certifications for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement and certification success. • Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for plumbing, translating them into practical learning experiences to develop sequential skills, challenge students, and effectively utilize instructional time. • Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to meet individual student needs, including those with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as necessary. • Evaluates student progress through assignments, projects and exams on a regular basis and prepares progress reports. • Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the plumbing and educational fields by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings. In order to maintain knowledge of industry trends and technologies. • Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees. • Instructs pupils in proper care and use of textbooks, equipment and materials to ensure student safety protocols. • Enforce all safety protocols in the classroom and lab settings. • Conduct regular safety inspections tools, equipment and lab facilities. • Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, hands-on learning, and student engagement. • Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. • Selects and requisitions books, instructional materials, equipment, aids, and maintains required inventory records. • Develops and maintains professional competence through participation in in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities. • Encourage student participation in skills competitions and industry related events. • Develop and promote student leadership, civic responsibility and citizenship through the integration of Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) activities into the curriculum, and through membership and participation in CTSO conferences and competitions • Supervises out of classroom activities for pupils during the assigned working day, as required. • Plans and coordinates the work of aides, teacher assistants, and other paraprofessionals. • Communicates with parents and pupil personnel staff members on the individual pupil’s progress and development. • Maintains attendance accounting and business service as required. • Develops and participates in the sponsorship of student activities and faculty committees. • Acts as a resource person on an interdepartmental level to relate appropriate aspects of his/her subject area to other subject areas • Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students. • Perform other duties and tasks assigned by Supervisor. REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL SALARY, EMPLOYMENT PERIOD & UNION AFFILIATION • Salary: $67,000-$111,625 • Employment Period: Ten (10) Months • Union Affiliation: Newark Teacher’s Union (NTU) HOW TO APPLY The Newark Board of Education is only accepting electronic applications. https://www.applitrack.com/npsnj/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=2033 THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
See More Details >>About Us: New Jersey’s premier HVAC-Plumbing-Electrical company is looking for Full-time HVAC Plumbers to join our winning team. Expand and grow with us. Skills/Requirements: Seeking a qualified journeyman plumber with experience in residential/commercial service plumbing. Must have valid drivers license, clean driving record, drug free, complete knowledge of the NJ plumbing code, must be prompt, neat, organized, hard working with a positive attitude towards others. Pay based upon knowledge, experience, workmanship, and efficiency. Bonus Points: We feel we are the best and we want only the best. Our benefits (Medical, Dental, Vacation, 401K, Uniforms, Competitive Pay) We are First Class and so are our employees. Let’s grow together.
See More Details >>Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Plumber/Steamfitter I position is to perform a variety of maintenance repairs and installation/replacement of plumbing systems and fixtures including: supply systems, DWV system, plumbing, heating and steam fixtures/equipment. Assists in the work direction of other mechanics, trades helpers and mechanics of other skilled trades. Qualifications Technical school diploma or an equivalent level of knowledge plus five (5) years of experience in the operation, maintenance and installation of plumbing systems/equipment, in an educational, industrial or health care setting. Sound knowledge of blue print and schematic reading is required, as is through knowledge of all applicable (local, state and national) codes. New Jersey Black Seal Engineer’s License is preferred. University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.
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