Plumbing Apprentice - 3rd & 4th Year

Midwestern Mechanical•Rapid City, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Midwestern Mechanical is seeking a 3rd & 4th Year Plumbing Apprentice to join their team. As a 100% employee-owned company, Midwestern Mechanical offers a supportive environment for career growth in plumbing, heating, HVAC, and fire protection. They emphasize quality work, treating people right, and building a lasting future for their employees. This role involves assisting in the installation and repair of plumbing systems, adhering to codes, and successfully completing the apprenticeship program to become a Journeyman plumber. The company provides industry-leading training and promotes from within, offering opportunities for advancement from residential service to large commercial projects.

Requirements

Knowledge of plumbing systems.
Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Able to operate a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.
Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
Good communication skills for communicating with management, city officials, on-site customers and other employees.
Work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes completing deadlines.
Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
Must have the ability to read and interpret written materials.
Basic math skills for measuring and calculating materials.
Maintain an active state and city license in all city/states you will perform work in.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Field experience in plumbing preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all work in a safe manner.
Abide by all safety, conduct and quality policies of Midwestern Mechanical (MWM) and the different work sites.
Perform a variety of duties under direct supervision of the Journeyman, Foreman, or Site Supervisor.
Strives to work independently to complete all aspects of commercial plumbing.
Repair various types of pipes including iron, steel, copper and pvc.
Inspect equipment, structures or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Operate powered equipment, including hand tools, stationary machines and others as required.
Make decisions and solve problems by analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution.
Maintain a high-quality initiative while completing assigned duties.
Maintain a professional and positive relationship with customers.
Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
Test for leaks in new and repaired systems with compressed air and/or water.
Assist in the assembly, fabrication, installation and repair of plumbing, water flow and drainage systems in accordance with applicable plumbing codes.
Successfully complete the apprenticeship training program to become a skilled Journeyman plumber.