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 736,000 plumbers nationwide, with projections of a 6% job growth from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Waynesville, NC, earn an average of $646 per week, with an annual wage potential reaching up to $73,612 for experienced professionals. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Job Summary Plans and performs preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on plumbing systems. Duties and Responsibilities • Maintains and repairs general plumbing components to include toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs, and drains. • Installs, repairs, or replaces hot and cold-water lines. • Repairs and replaces steam to hot water exchangers for major building heating systems. • Repairs and replaces pneumatic steam valves, radiator valves, traps, and steam and condensate pipes. • Repairs and replaces hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, and sewage pumps. • Installs, tests, and repairs all sizes of backflow prevention devices. • Leads troubleshooting efforts and repairs steam and water distribution systems. • Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. • Provides sketches and dimensions used by drafters to create plans for subcontractor work. • Researches catalogs and vendor services for complex and/or customized system retrofits. • Interprets and applies mechanical and structural blueprints to plan plumbing repairs and modifications. • In coordination with management, assigns to and tracks corrective and preventive maintenance tasks given to subordinate plumbers. • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Minimum Job Requirements • High school diploma or GED; at least 6 years of trades experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Possession of a current North Carolina Plumbing license. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required • Plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair skills. • Knowledge of steam and water distribution systems maintenance and repair. • Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade. • Ability to lead others in troubleshooting and emergency repairs. • Ability to develop and implement planned maintenance programs. • Ability to read, understand, and follows safety procedures. Distinguishing Characteristics Position Requires: a) Estimate jobs, layout and material selection; b) Interpret plumbing and mechanical system building prints; c) Lead troubleshooting and repair efforts on steam and water distribution system components and backflow prevention devices; d) Troubleshoot sewage systems; e) Lead junior technicians in complex repair work. Conditions of Employment • Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license is a requirement for this job. • Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check. Working Conditions and Physical Effort • Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises. • Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job. • No or very limited exposure to physical risk. • Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.
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/
See More Details >>Position: Full Time - Sales Associate - Plumbing - Closing Lowe's - 100 Liner Cove Road [Sales Associate / Team Member] As a Sales Associate at Lowe's, you'll: Deliver excellent customer service by listening to customers and loading merchandise for customers; Ensure merchandise is accurately accounted for, handled, and ready for customer pick-up; Engage in safe work practices and encourage others to do the same.
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