Apprentice Plumber - Rapid City

Job Description

Job Description

Krohmer Plumbing is a leading plumbing and mechanical contractor providing services throughout South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska, with projects also completed in North Dakota and Wyoming.  We specialize in commercial, residential, and service and are proud to work on some of the highest-profile projects in the region.

As one of the largest contractors in the area, we have a team of 165 skilled professionals and are seeking more talented individuals to join our growing team.  By joining us, you’ll benefit from a dynamic work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive company culture.

With offices in Mitchell, Sioux Falls, and Rapid City, we offer you the chance to work on diverse projects and further your career in a stable, well-respected company.  Come be part of our team and help shape the future of the region!

The Apprentice Plumber assembles, installs, or repairs pipes, fittings, or fixtures, of domestic water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, heating, and other piping systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.  The Apprentice Plumber is responsible for delivering high quality work and productivity.  The Apprentice Plumber is required to work diligently to become a skilled Journeyman Plumber.

Essential Job Functions:

• Represent Krohmer Plumbing in a professional manner
• Wear all required PPE
• Ensure that all work is in accordance with federal, state, and local plumbing codes
• Prepare, fabricate, and install plumbing and piping systems
• Cut and carry pipe, fittings, and equipment
• Design and layout work
• Read and understand blueprints, specifications, and submittals
• Repair and install various types of pipes including iron, steel, copper, PVC, and cast iron
• Work required hours to hit mandatory deadlines
• Keep area clean and organized
• Determine the right tools and equipment necessary to successfully complete a job
• Operate power tools and equipment
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working order
• Evaluate Foreman, Journeyman and Apprentices when requested
• Other duties assigned

Required Skills:

• Competent, responsible, organized, and team-oriented
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions
• Mechanically inclined
• Ability to work independently and with others to meet performance goals
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Leadership skills
• Strong basic math skills
• Must possess and maintain an active state and city license in all cities and states you perform work in

Physical Capabilities:

• Heavy lifting, carrying, and operation of tools and equipment up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to work on ladders and high places
• Prolonged standing and frequent bending, stopping, and reaching on a daily basis
• Must be able to travel as needed
• Able to legally work in the United States
• Pass a drug test

Benefits:

• Paid Major Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• Flex Spending Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Field Incentive Program
• Safety Incentive Program

Notes:

• This position description is intended to provide a fairly comprehensive and accurate description of the position, but it will not cover all aspects, details, or tasks required. Other functions, responsibilities and requirements may be assigned, and this position description may be changed at the direction Krohmer Plumbing.

Krohmer Plumbing is an Equal Opportunity Employer