Role Description:

We are looking for a dedicated Plumbing Apprentice to assist our licensed Plumber while improving their own skills. The responsibilities of a Plumbing Apprentice include assisting the Plumber, handling tools, and cleaning job sites. The Plumbing Apprentice can expect to assist in complex jobs and handle smaller jobs on their own. A successful Plumbing Apprentice will be well-organized and detail-oriented. You should have good customer service skills, be able and willing to follow instructions, and be prepared to travel to clients' homes to complete your work.

What Winning Looks Like:

• Adept at using the basic tools of the trade.
• Locating and identifying leaks.
• Repairing or replacing pipes and parts under supervision.
• Assist with installation, repair, and maintenance of pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, and fixtures in commercial and residential structures.
• Learn how to follow building plans and blueprints.
• Learn how to perform routine inspections of plumbing and drainage systems.
• Learning how to determine the right tools and equipment necessary to successfully complete a job.
• Actively learning federal, state, and local plumbing codes to assist Plumber with compliance. 
• Cleaning the job site after the work is completed.
• Learning how to answer client queries.
• Following the Plumbers' direction and instructions.
• Learning how to effectively anticipate customer needs and providing empathy for their scenario.
• Learn how to collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other construction professionals.
• Keep service vehicles clean, stocked with material and proper paperwork.
• Keep accurate records of time spent working, description of work performed and materials used.
• Excelling as an apprentice by always staying multiple steps ahead of the task at hand. 
• Willingness to assist where needed within the company. 
• Taking ownership of your role and constantly seeking areas for improvement.
• Having a “serve”-minded, problem-solving mindset, and providing regular feedback to Team Leads.
• Responding to feedback well and taking initiative.
• Staying on top of your game. Constantly learning, growing, and developing your skill set.

Skills Needed to Win:

• Familiarity with PVC, CPVC, PEX, cast iron, and copper
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Effective oral communication, written communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong active listening skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills 
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and adapt to change
• Time management
• Mechanical skills
• Ability to operate software independently
• Ability to work under and meet target dates
• Proactive
• Responsive
• Loyal
• Integrity
• Others-Centered
• Sociable
• Organized
• Flexible
• Focused
• Attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Never assumes, always verifies
• Patience 
• Positive attitude
• Eager to learn and explore
• Resourceful
• Efficient and the awareness to improve efficiency
• Context awareness
• Humble
• Passion for serving people and your team

Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate or Worker's Permit 
• Maryland Plumbing Apprentice License
• Valid Driver’s License
• Vocational training may be advantageous
• Willingness to learn on the job, go through training, and earn a qualification as a Plumber

About RT Services:

RT Services is a family owned and operated business, operating now for two generations. The company was founded in 1993 by Robert Thurber (RT). Our mission is providing quality service in an environment where our customers and team members feel like family. Here, you will find a fast-paced, team environment where we expect a self-employed mentality where team members take ownership of their role and understand that their role drives the companies’ results. 

We provide quality services to our customers, taking the standard of home comfort to the next level by providing choices to fit each customer’s desired outcomes and serving our team members by cultivating a space for growth. 

We value the golden rule, quality, respect, compassion, knowledge, professionalism, dependability, team work, zero gossip, and a self-employed mentality. 

Equal Opportunity Employer