What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Plumber position at comfortsystemsusa?
An Apprentice Plumber is becoming a skilled professional with both classroom learning and on-the-job training. You gain everything you need for career success. You’ll create with your hands, working outdoors in different environments, and can tell your family and friends “I helped build that”. Do you have Apprentice credits from somewhere else? They may transfer to our certified NCCER program. Classes begin in August 2025, but you can start working immediately. Military Veterans are encouraged to apply! Our Apprentice school qualifies for the GI Bill! Your Benefits: Two Blue Cross/Blue Shield Medical Plans (non-tobacco) at no cost to you! Company paid short-term disability and voluntary long-term disability. Other benefits include Vision, Dental, and optional insurance coverage. 7 paid holidays every year. Boot and Clothing allowance after 90 days. Paid time off (PTO) – start accruing hours on Day 1. 401(k) Plan with company match! Company-paid life insurance & so much more. Your main Tasks: To work safely no matter what. Safety is our highest priority. Learn to lay out and install commercial pipes in a wide variety of job settings. Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angles. Build and install hangers to hold material in place. Work at heights, from ladders, lifts, or roofs. Assist with installing plumbing fixtures. Learn to use a variety of power & hand tools. Complete classes online, and at-home study with skills and textbook learning. Experience or Certification needed: A High School diploma or GED is required. Experience using hand tools and a tape measure is a plus. You need to be able to: Keep it a Drug-free Workplace. Be punctual and reliable. Work as a team. Do Basic “Tape measure math”. Work in extremes of heat, cold and bad weather, indoors and outdoors. Stand and walk throughout the workday, and lift/carry up to 60 lbs. Work efficiently in confined spaces. Work reaching above shoulders, crawling, squatting, kneeling, bending. Exercise fine motor control, with good vision and excellent hand-eye coordination. Comfort Systems USA Shoffner is the region's leader in HVACR, Electrical, and Plumbing services. We have a well-established reputation for quality work by quality people. One of the top 3 largest mechanical contractors in the nation and the value leader in the market. Comfort Systems USA Shoffner is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Comfort Systems USA is composed of more than 45 operating companies in over 170 locations across the United States. We are a leading building and service provider for mechanical, electrical and plumbing building systems. We take great pride in knowing that the work we do can improve the lives of those around us. Our national footprint means that we have career opportunities across the USA, ranging from entry-level field and office positions to experienced professionals who support a wide range of projects.