What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumbing and HVAC Apprentice position at Fred's Plumbing and Heating?
Are you ready to jump-start a hands-on career with a company that truly invests in your future? Fred's Plumbing & Heating in Champaign, IL is hiring a full-time Plumbing and HVAC Apprentice to join our team. If you're motivated, love working with your hands, and want an entry-level role where every day brings something new, we want you to apply today!
We offer our Plumbing and HVAC Apprentice a competitive wage plus bonuses and spiffs, a take-home work vehicle, and a company smartphone. Aside from earning great pay, you can also enjoy the following benefits and perks:
- Health, dental, and vision
- Life insurance
- A 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid vacation, paid holidays, and sick days
WHAT'S YOUR DAY LIKE?
This full-time entry-level position runs Monday - Thursday, 10-hour shifts, unless you are scheduled for on-call work.
In this entry-level role, you'll assist skilled plumbers and HVAC technicians on residential and commercial job sites. You'll help install sinks, toilets, and water heaters, seal pipe connections, diagnose small leaks, support HVAC service tasks, prep work areas, carry tools and materials, use drain-cleaning equipment, read blueprints, and help ensure every project runs safely and smoothly.
WHO ARE WE?
For over 30 years, Champaign residents have counted on our family‑owned team for everything from electrical panels to sewer lines to heating and cooling systems. We take on the jobs others won't - because we have the skill, the pride, and the passion to do them right.
We believe happy employees create happy customers, so we invest in a fun, positive environment, complete with a well‑stocked snack bar and benefits that show we care.
WHAT'S NEEDED FROM A PLUMBING AND HVAC APPRENTICE?
We're looking for someone who can work full-time while meeting the following qualifications:
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in various environments (tight spaces, outdoor conditions)
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Basic mechanical skills and comfort using hand and power tools
Trade school or vocational training, relevant field experience, or OSHA 10/30 certifications are preferred.
If you're ready to grow your skills, build a long-term career, and join a team that supports your success, apply now! Our initial application process is quick, easy, and mobile-friendly, so getting started takes only minutes.