Embarking on a career in plumbing in Waco, TX, typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships 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 approximately $61,550, equivalent to $29.59 per hour. In Waco, the average wage for plumbers is around $502.67 per week, with experienced professionals often earning over $100,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
We are growing! Join our team and grow your career with us. We are looking for PLUMBING LEADERS who can motivate a team and successfully run jobs. Responsible for ensuring all assigned duties related to plumbing, daily quality control and safety activities, and facility housekeeping objectives are understood and followed, working under the general direction of the Field Supervisor. Acts as resource and lead position for other team members. Principal Duties and Responsibilities • Ensures personal safety and the safety of crew members is top priority. • Works and supervises a small crew of workers and acts as first line of defense on job problems. • Reads blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems, water supply networks and waste and drainage systems. • Works in cooperation with other trades and laborers to ensure that all specifications, legislation and policies are met, to ensure efficient completion of any project. • Plans two weeks ahead and orders materials accordingly. • Connects tubing and fittings using solder paste, or solder and torch, to form sewer, drain, and water lines. • Directs workers engaged in preassembly and installation of wall systems, such as risers, air chambers, and shower assemblies. • Selects and inserts precut pieces of copper tubing and fittings in holes and connects tubing and fittings using solder paste, or solder and torch, to form drain and water lines. • Conducts weekly job safety meetings. • Develops and maintains good working relationship with owner/site supervisor/maintenance director. • Ensures all water supply networks and waste and drainage systems are installed, repaired and maintained to meet all standards of building codes and safety. • Checks subordinate timecards for accuracy. • Attends weekly jobsite meetings with GC’s and coordinates with the GC’s site supervisor. • Informs Field Supervisor of changes, upset conditions or emergencies within the department. • Ensures worksite is kept clear and clean from debris and trash, • Keeps necessary records of installations and repairs performed on equipment to comply with government requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures. • Completes all required paperwork using basic math skills as needed. Required Skills and Abilities: • Strong leadership skills • Excellent customer service skills with desire to exceed customer expectations • Basic math and computer skills • Must be mechanically inclined • Good analytical skills and attention to detail with ability to read and interpret blueprints and plans • Must have a working knowledge, understanding and ability to comply with all Federal, State, Local, and Company regulations, policies, guidelines, and procedures • Must have a working knowledge for the use of tools, including, but not limited to saws, cutting and solder torches, benders and welders. • Must have a working knowledge and be able to operate the following equipment: forklift, man-lift and other vertical lifting equipment. • Required to complete all required certifications and training for job level and show competency in assigned tasks under general supervision. • Ability to follow and understand technical instructions and specifications. • Team oriented • Able to work independently • Proficient at reading shop drawings • Proficient at using all test equipment associated with troubleshooting installed equipment. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
See More Details >>We are growing! Join our team and build your career with us! Lochridge-Priest is a family owned and operated company that has served the Central Texas area for over 50 years. Also, we are the largest provider of residential and commercial heating and air-conditioning services as well as plumbing services in Central Texas. We have recently expanded our electrical and building automation service areas. We have our own Engineering team and a sheet metal shop, Advanced Sheet Metal. With offices in Waco, Temple, Ft. Worth, and Corsicana and over 400 dedicated employees, we're dedicated to serving your home, business, and industrial comfort needs. We work as a team to deliver best in class service to our customers. If you are passionate about learning a new trade or advancing your current skills into a long-term sustainable career, then you will want to come and work with the most skilled plumbing team in Central Texas. As a plumbing apprentice you will be assisting and learning from a top Journeyman plumber and earning competitive wages and benefits, as well as hours, that build up to earn you further advancement in plumbing licenses. Plumbing is a thriving industry, however this is not an easy job. Company Benefits • Medical, Dental Vision, and Life Insurance • Paid Time Off • 401K with Company Match • Continuous Training Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Works with Journeyman Plumbers to assemble, install and repair plumbing and/or medgas systems according to project specifications and appropriate trade and building codes. These systems may consist of pipes, fittings, fixtures and boilers for hydronic heating, water, medgas and drainage systems. • Install supports and hangers for pipe, fixtures and equipment. • Ensures personal safety, job quality, and timely completion of each assigned project task. • Help prepare and keep the job site clean and organized through all phases of the job. • Requires Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for anyone entering and/or working on job site at all times. Skills • Experience in Commercial plumbing preferred. • Must have current Apprentice license or be willing to work toward by a specified time. • Good analytical skills and attention to detail with ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and manuals. • Excellent customer service skills with desire to exceed customer expectations. • Ability to work independently in a timely manner, making sure job is done correctly the first time. Additional Qualifications • Current Apprentice Plumber license preferred • Work as part of our team to ensure customer satisfaction • Valid social security number • Must be able to pass drug test(s) as required by company • Lift up to 50 pounds; be able to push, pull, carry or maneuver heavier items (with additional manpower or appropriate devices); carry ladders; work from heights, work in small crawl spaces. • Observe all company procedures and safety rules • Maintain accurate time records and send to payroll when required • Neat, professional appearance Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
See More Details >>Position: Journeyman Plumber | Service We are seeking a full-time plumber, with at least a Journeyman’s license, to join our growing service team. The ideal candidate will have experience providing exceptional service to residential and commercial clients and be familiar with common repair and replacement service work. Experience in performing repairs on different piping systems, snaking and unclogging drains, fixing leaks, and installing fixtures like water heaters, is preferred. Additionally, this role will work with and develop lower-level apprentice plumbers. Scope of Opportunity • Diagnose plumbing problems and perform repairs • Install, assemble, maintain, and repair pipes and plumbing fixtures • Locate and repair water line leaks and remove clogs • Installing and/or repair household appliance including but not limited to water heaters, toilets, sinks, dishwashers, ice machines, etc. • Test plumbing and other fixtures to ensure proper function • Follow state laws and regulations and adhere to local plumbing and building codes Responsibilities and Duties: • Perform routine service on residential and commercial properties • Where required, troubleshoot and problem solve for issues as they arise • Lead and manage apprentice plumbers and helpers • Work in an ever-changing environment • Frequently lift between 10-60 pounds • Occasionally lift between 60-100 pounds Requires: • Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent • Required: Journeyman Plumber License in the state of Texas • Valid Driver’s License • Reliable transportation to work • Must be willing to work overtime if needed • Rotating on-call duty Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm Benefits: • Medical insurance (Health/Dental/Vision) • 401k • Life insurance • Disability insurance • Employee-ownership opportunities We are a proudly employee-owned company that focused on providing the best customer experience. We expect all our plumbers to work independently - troubleshooting issues, making repairs, and testing systems to ensure they work correctly. Because all employees at CTPS are owners, we take pride in our work and share in the success and growth of the company. We believe every job should be done right the first time and our customers agree.
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