Plumbing Apprentice

Location 5928 Posey Lane,Haltom City, TX, 76117,United States Employee Type Full-Time Non-Exempt Contact information Name JJ Welborn We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. No prior skills necessary for an Apprentice position. We train on the Job! Come join the Howard Kane Plumbing team! Summary Responsible for the day-to-day assigned tasks under the supervision and direction of a licensed journeyman plumber, which may include assisting with general plumbing duties, layout, assembly, installations, alterations, diagnostics, repairs and maintenance of commercial plumbing systems and equipment, according to company standards, specifications and plumbing codes by performing the following duties. Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Responsible for assembling, installing, maintaining, repairing pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, or plumbing systems according to specifications or plumbing codes. Develops general knowledge of required trade tools and materials. Reduces the likelihood for liability by following proper construction practices, OSHA safety regulations, and company policies. Loads, unloads, transports, and furnishes materials, tools, equipment, and supplies for the purpose of ensuring availability required at jobsite. Assists in lifting, positioning, and securing of materials and work pieces during installation. Maintains a clean jobsite and picks up materials, tools, equipment and supplies each day to minimize potential hazards. Assembles and dissebles ladders, scaffolding, and other temporary structures. Operates hand, powered, measuring tools, and gauges needed to install or service, equipment or system. Maintains all supplies of inventory and notifies supervisor of low quantities. Maintains tools and or equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of plumbing systems in safe operating condition.* Coordinates with supervisor and other trades in completing projects efficiently. Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns. Reports all incidents, near misses, or injuries to the supervisor. Performs all other duties as directed or assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability Ability to read and write in English and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Math Ability Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Education/Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certificates and Licenses Apprentice card obtained 30 days from date of employment Valid driver’s license or government issued identification Equipment All tools and equipment of the trade Must own, or be able to purchase, prior to completion of introductory period, basic tools of the trade Knowledge, Skills, and Other Abilities Strong desire to learn Ability to communicate effectively and take instructions from a supervisor Ability to diagnose and provide solutions to problems Ability to work both independently and with others, under pressure, and without supervision to accomplish the task at hand Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Company Benefits Competitive Wage + Weekly Direct Deposit Employer-Funded (HRA) for Deductible Expenses 401(k) Profit Sharing with 4% Employer Match Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO) Supplemental, Voluntary Insurance Options, including Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Life Insurance Critical Illness, Accident & Cancer Coverage #J-18808-Ljbffr