Apprentice Plumber
$4,149,600–$4,940,000 year
On-siteLockhart, Texas, United States
Lockhart, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$4,149,600–$4,940,000 yearEntry LevelLicense Or Certification
Full TimeEntry LevelLicense Or Certification
Job Summary
Coordinate repairs and installations for district plumbing systems, including sanitary sewer and storm drainage, while operating sewer cleaning and jet machines. Maintain accurate records on materials and labor, work with building staff to minimize service interruptions, and respond to emergency calls. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, adhere to safety procedures and SDS guidelines, and wear required PPE and uniforms. Work in tight spaces, extreme temperatures, and various shifts including weekends and evenings.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Plumbing Apprentice license from the State of Texas or able to obtain one 90 days of hire
- Valid Texas driver's license with a good driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to learn local plumbing codes
- Ability to learn State and Local Plumbing codes and ADA regulations
- Ability to learn plumbing systems and how they work
- Ability to learn to read blueprints, schematics, and written reference material
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to learn how to braze and solder
- Ability to use hand and power tools, back hoe, trench digging machines, and pipe threading machines
- Ability to read and write legibly
- Knowledge of computers and I-Pads
- Ability to receive and complete electronic work orders on a mobile device
- Must wear district issued uniform while at work, and return all uniforms prior to your last day of employment with Lockhart ISD or the cost for uniforms will be deducted from final pay check
- Must adhere to all guidelines set forth on SDS (Safety Data Sheets) when handling chemicals
- Must wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when performing any task which could cause injury or illness
- Take necessary action immediately and report any condition which could cause injury or illness
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing, etc
- Must be able to lift 45 pounds and over on a daily basis
- Ability to work in tight and confined spaces
- Ability to work in a variety of extreme hot and cold temperatures
- Ability to work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces
- Ability to work around gas lines
- Ability to work around machinery with moving parts
- Ability to work in tight or enclosed spaces
- Ability to work alone
- Ability to work irregular hours
- Ability to work various shifts, which may include: weekends, evenings, and over 8 hours per day on short notice
- Ability to work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
- Ability to perform frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
- Ability to perform frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching
- Ability to perform frequent driving
- Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
- Must be able to obtain a Plumbing Apprentice license within 90 days of hire
Desired Qualifications
- Prefer 1–3 years of experience in commercial plumbing and/or general maintenance, including plumbing and maintenance repairs, and new construction
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