Apprentice Plumber

SSP Industries, LP apprentice plumber is an entry level professional plumber who will be assisting the licensed journeyman plumber. Experience in Commercial Plumbing is preferred.

DUTIES/JOB RESPOSIBILITIES:

•Locating and marking positions for plumbing works such as pipe connection, fixtures in walls and floors, and passage holes.

•Testing and identifying pipe leaks with air and water pressure gauges.

•Assembling, measuring, bending, threading, and cutting pipes using hands, power tools and when needed, machines.

•Soldering copper pipe

•Reading blueprints and drawings to determine the layout of the water supply network, waste and drainage system, and plumbing systems.

•Transporting tools, equipment, and material to the job location as needed

•Communicating effectively with other trade professionals on the job. 

•To clean up the job site after the work has been completed.

•Other duties as required. 

SAFETY
• Promote, execute, and adhere to SSP safety program
• Wear required PPE
• OSHA 10-hour safety training (preferred) but can be obtained upon hire
• Attend regular safety trainings.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

•Texas Apprenticeship 

(We will assist you to obtain your apprenticeship license 90 days after hire if you do not already have yours)

REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift 80 pounds, willing to work hard and learn.
• Dependable, hardworking, honest.

• Good mechanical skills to know tools are right for the job. 

• Broad and adequate knowledge of modifying, fixing, and assembling plumbing systems

• Reliability in installing pipe fixtures for water, heat, waste, and drainage systems
• Able to pass a drug test and pre-employment physical.
• Able to work 40-50 hours per week.
• Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to pass background check to work on Military installations

BENEFITS
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Accident Insurance benefits eligible after 60 days
• Paid Observed Holidays after 90 days
• PTO; 40 hrs. upon the completion of your first year. 
• IRA; eligible after a year; 3% match

Required qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in the construction industry
• 18 years or older
• Valid driver's license
• Construction skills: operating handheld tools
• Able to work in an environment with fluctuating temperatures
• Able to work in an environment with heights over 6 feet
• Able to stand for duration of shift
• Able to comfortably lift 80 lbs
• Willing to travel locally