Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Bonus based on performance • Company parties • Competitive salary • Dental insurance • Free uniforms • Health insurance • Paid time off • Tuition assistance Benefits/Perks: • Earn while you learn! • Paid apprenticeship & tutoring for the test • Paid vacation/holidays • Incentive-based pay bonuses • Advancement opportunities • Uniforms • Professional development opportunities Company Overview: Mr. Rooter Plumbing’s proven systems make it easy for our plumbers to achieve their goals, whether financial, professional and/or personal. Mr. Rooter implements our Code of Values of Respect, Integrity, and Customer Focus while having Fun in the Process, making it a place you will be proud to work. If you are looking to take your career to the next level, you have the desire to learn a system that helps you become the best in the industry, and you have the grit and persistence to make things happen, we want you! Specific Responsibilities: • Assist the master plumber to install, maintain, and repair existing equipment • Perform drain cleaning and minor, non-complex service work on plumbing systems in commercial and residential environments. • Determine condition of plumbing equipment, troubleshoot malfunctions, and determine needed repairs • Identify materials and quantities needed for new and repair projects • Evaluate customer requests and provide work order descriptions and price projects • Follow established processes and procedures • Operate with safety as a primary concern for self and customer Job Requirements: • 12 months related technical instruction, 3-4 hours/week in our learning platform as well as time in the field to complete requirements. • Apprentice license • Physically able to perform duties of a plumber • Proficiency to navigate tablet-based technology • Professional appearance and personality • Positive attitude with a desire to learn with the best • Team player who can work independently There’s a reason Mr. Rooter® Plumbing has been around since 1970 – we’re the best of the best. Work with Mr. Rooter® Plumbing and you’ll have access to the latest technology and top-of-the-line equipment, all so you can tackle the toughest jobs faster. Behind the colorful uniforms and branded vans are pros who get the job done right the first time. Ready to step up? With hundreds of locations worldwide, each is independently owned and operated. Our team of qualified experts lives our code of values of Respect, Integrity, and Customer Focus while having fun in the process! Pay is based on experience. • All independently owned and operated franchised businesses operate under the service brands’ marks, trademarks, trade names, logos, emblems, slogans, or other indicia of origin in connection with the Mr. Rooter Plumbing® franchise system within a specified geographical area. Only the independently owned and operated franchised business shall have any interaction with or authority for its business and make all employment related decisions related to its franchised business.
See More Details >>Title: Apprentice Plumber Position Type: Fulltime Staff Search Type: External - minimum 7 days Department: 02R003 - Facilities Management Division: 4R3000 - Campus Operations Position Location: Richmond Campus Driver Classification: Driver FLSA: Non-Exempt Schedule Type: Full Time (40 hrs per week or more) Hours Per Week: 40 Additional Schedule Details: Overtime as needed Posted Salary Grade: Non-Exempt - G11 Retirement: KERS Contact Person: Chris Halcomb Job Summary/Basic Functions An EKU Apprentice Plumber performs basic plumbing maintenance tasks while assisting a craftsman and craft foreman in implementing and completing assigned work orders. This position is actively learning more advanced plumbing skills in an effort to achieve a Journeyman Minimum Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED Experience: One year of established work. Licensure & Certifications: Preferred Qualifications: Job Duties: • 10% - Supports the smooth and efficient operations of the department and the University - (Essential) • 30% - Performs basic plumbing and clean-up activities under the direction of a foreman and/or supervisor - (Essential) • 50% - Provides assistance to senior staff members performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance of university buildings, mechanical and other systems as required and according to established procedures. Works in learning mode in effort to obtain Journeyman Plumbers License. - (Essential) • 10% - Performs other duties as assigned - (Essential) Sponsorship: {GenericListType_sponsorship} Funding Source: Institutional Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions: EEO Statement Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice. Background Check Statement Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.
See More Details >>Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Bonus based on performance • Company car • Company parties • Competitive salary • Flexible schedule • Free uniforms • Health insurance • Opportunity for advancement • Paid time off • Training & development • Vision insurance Specific Responsibilities: • Install repair and maintain plumbing systems in commercial and residential environments • Perform drain cleaning on plumbing systems • Perform minor to complex service work on plumbing systems • Work with blueprints and job specifications as it applies to the craft • Identity proper materials and quantities for new and existing projects • Keep company vehicle and equipment properly serviced, clean, and in good working order and condition Job Requirements: • Licensed or possessing prior verifiable plumbing experience (minimum 1year) • Valid Driver's License • Ability to operate basic hand tools necessary for the craft • Attention to detail • Excellent communication skills • Professional appearance and personality Benefits: 401 K Health Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Company Vehicle Ipad and Cell Phone. Paid vacations $100.00 Christmas Bonus for every year of service. Bonus each month for making goals Call today!!! We are actively interviewing for this position - Apply today and our hiring manager will follow up! • All independently owned and operated franchised businesses operate under the service brands’ marks, trademarks, trade names, logos, emblems, slogans, or other indicia of origin in connection with the Mr. Rooter Plumbing® franchise system within a specified geographical area. Only the independently owned and operated franchised business shall have any interaction with or authority for its business and make all employment related decisions related to its franchised business.
See More Details >>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 Richmond, KY, earn an average of $537.25 per week, with experienced plumbers earning up to $1,216.40 per week. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like SendWork help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
