Plumbing Apprentice (Rochester, NY)

Title: Plumbing Apprentice

Department: Oxford Services
Reports to: Skilled Trades Manager
Status: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
Hours: 7:30 AM- 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday

Compensation: $19-24/Hour

General Description
We are seeking a motivated and dependable Plumbing Apprentice to join our growing team in Rochester, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are looking to start a long-term career in the plumbing trade. You will work alongside experienced plumbers to learn all aspects of the plumbing profession, including installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist journeyman and master plumbers with the installation and repair of water, drainage, gas, and other piping systems.
• Learn to read blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of plumbing systems.
• Measure, cut, and assemble pipe using hand and power tools.
• Assist in locating and repairing leaks, clogged drains, and other plumbing issues.
• Prepare job sites by cleaning, organizing tools, and ensuring materials are ready.
• Maintain tools and equipment and ensure they are used safely and properly.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and OSHA safety standards.
• Attend on-the-job training and classroom instruction as required by the apprenticeship program.
• Other tasks deemed necessary by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Demonstrates desire to develop knowledge and skill of the operation and repair of all types of heating and
• ventilation systems
• Ability to work at various heights, work in changing temperatures, and lift, move, and/or carry heavy (up to 75 pound) objects
• Valid NYS Driver’s License
• Own transportation

Desired Skills & Knowledge

• OSHA 10 Hour Class Certification
• Previous construction or trade experience
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Physical Demands 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an 
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations 
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be 
able to lift 75 pounds and sit for long periods of time.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. 
The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle or feel items such as documents. The 
team member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Specific 
vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.


Work Environment 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters 
while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable 
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. 
Employees will follow other instructions and perform other related duties as required

This is a full time position

Salary : $19 - $24