Apprentice Plumber- Fort Carson, CO

Kimbel Mechanical Systems•Colorado Springs, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As an apprentice plumber, you will play a crucial role in the success of our projects. While working under the guidance of journeyman plumbers, you will learn to install, modify, inspect, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures in gas, water, and drainage systems according to applicable building codes for either single family residential or multifamily housing. The purpose of your apprenticeship is to earn your journeyman license so you can then teach apprentice plumbers the trade.

Requirements

Leadership skills and the ability to empower individuals on your team
Ability to produce quality work
Excellent communication skills to be used when working with builders, general contractors, and project managers
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures
Ability to follow directions
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
Strong work ethic that you display daily
Ability to work 6 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday and an occasional Saturday
Passing a background check in order to work on the Fort Carson Military base
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry heavy objects, typically up to 50–75 lbs independently
Capacity to perform physically demanding tasks such as climbing ladders, crawling into tight spaces (like crawlspaces or attics), and kneeling or crouching for extended periods
Strong hand-eye coordination and the ability to handle small tools and components with precision
Ability to stand and walk for the duration of an 8–12 hour shift, often in varying weather conditions or non-climate-controlled environments

Responsibilities

Learn to inspect, install, modify, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures in gas, water, and drainage systems according to applicable building codes
Learn to read blueprints
Complete quality control sheets
Manage multiple projects simultaneously
Manage subcontractors being utilized for the job
Build and maintain project schedules to meet deadlines
Learn from and take instruction from supervisors
Learn and perform necessary tasks from all phases of Plumbing

Benefits

Year-round employment
Top pay
Opportunities for professional growth
PTO hours are added to your PTO account upon hire
Health coverage: Choose either PPO or HDHP plan
Dental and vision coverage
Basic Life Insurance provided by Kimbel, additional voluntary life insurance policies available
Short-term disability policy
Company-paid short term and long-term disability policies at no cost (at one year anniversary)
Supplemental Accident and Critical Illness
Secure Save Emergency Savings Fund
401(k) retirement plan with a match
Seven paid holidays
Two paid volunteer days per calendar year
2 weeks paid parental leave
4 weeks paid birth recovery leave
First 6 months of diapers and wipes provided by Kimbel for newborns
$150 Red Wing or Ariat/Crew or Cavender's Boot Voucher to purchase new boots every 2 years (For Eligible Field and Warehouse Employees)