Helper|Apprentice

HELPER/APPRENTICE

Job Description Summary

As a mechanical contractor, we install heating and cooling (HVAC) systems, plumbing systems and medical gas systems. We further specialize in the healthcare industry. Our work involves assembling, installing, alter and/or repairing piping systems that carry water, steam, air or other liquids or gases along with the installation of HVAC equipment, plumbing fixtures and medical gas equipment. Position is a full time(40 hour per week), hourly position.

Tasks Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following
• Work in a manner that promotes safety to himself/herself and others working in the same area.
• Assist plumbers, HVAC mechanics and/or welders install piping, fixtures and equipment.
• Cut or drill holes in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes.
• Measure, cut, thread and assemble new pipe, placing the assembled pipe in hangers or supports.
• Mount brackets and hangers on walls and ceilings to hold pipes and set sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes.
• Collect and carry materials and equipment to work site.
• Fit or assist in fitting valves, couplings or assemblies to tanks, pumps or systems, using hand tools.
• Assist pipe fitters in the layout, assembly and installation of piping for air, gas, and water systems.
• Excavate and grade ditches and lay and join pipe for water and sewer service.
• Disassemble and remove damaged or worn pipe.
• Use various hand and power tools to accomplish required tasks.
• Continually strive to learn the intricacies of our trade.

Qualifications
• A valid driver's license and dependable transportation as employee will be asked to drive from jobsite to jobsite. It may also be necessary to drive company vehicles for company tasks.
• Ability to perform skills listed in Necessary Skills below
• A strong desire to learn plumbing/HVAC/welding trade

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.