South Shore Plumbing has immediate openings for Plumbers Helper. Position Description:
The Plumbing Helper 2 (aka Apprentice level) has 3 or more years’ experience as a helper and have knowledge of pipes, fittings, and be able to work alongside a licensed plumber/supervisor to complete projects and work orders quick, efficiently, and most of all accurately to a high-quality standard. Experience should include residential plumbing and commercial builder plumbing and be highly proficient in at least one of the following phases of plumbing construction: ground rough; top-out; finish and at least knowledgeable of the third. Should be familiar with all three stages. Additionally, should have experience helping with repairs, water supply, drain cleaning and repair sewer lines, water heater installation, and fixture repair.
Pay is negotiable depending upon experience; includes: health insurance, 401k, performance plan bonuses; paid time off.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Perform remodeling in offices, bathrooms, residential homes and commercial buildings
Installs pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances (dishwashers, water heaters, stoves, sinks, tubs, toilets)
Measures, cuts, threads, bends pipe to required angels using tools such as pipe-threading machines and pipe cutters
Assists building plan studies and inspects them to help assess material and equipment needs
Hangs steel supports from ceiling joists
Diagnoses basic problems and/or failures in plumbing systems (residential and commercial)
Tests for leaks in new and repaired systems with compressed air and/or water
Works in various environmental conditions and elements (e.g. various temperatures, confined spaces, heights vary from ladder height to roof top, and sub terrain conditions.)
Assists with construction, soldering, and brazing pipes
Transports/accounts for tools, equipment, and supplies to job sites as needed
Monitors and maintains plumbing tools for safe operating conditions
Additional Qualifications:
Sewer machines (power snakes) – a plus
Sewer and drain jetting – a plus
Rigid See Snake camera system (or similar) – a plus
Roof work possible for vent system cleaning/inspections
Skilled in the use of hand and power tools used in the plumbing trade
Problem-solving skills
Proficiency in basic mathematics and conversion of measurements
Must provide basic tools; company will provide specialized/large tools
Works well with a diverse group of people
Strong work ethic and moral character
Must meet and maintain South Shore Plumbing minimum insurance requirements
This position requires a successful completion of a drug screening
This position requires a successful MVR check
Valid Driver’s License
Able to legally work in the United States
Prior military experience a plus
Please reply with resume or questions.
