Trades Apprentice (Plumber) - Denver International Airport

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Denver International Airport is seeking a Plumber Apprentice for its formal four-year Trades Program. The apprentice participates in paid on-the-job training and classroom instruction, learning trade methods, procedures, tools, and equipment while gaining experience in service, commercial, and industrial plumbing. The program provides 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training, progressive responsibility, and annual wage increases. The City covers 100% of program costs for apprentices who maintain good grades and attendance. Apprentices must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA. After completing the program, apprentices may test for a Journeyman Plumbers License.

This is an on-call, part-time hourly position, working 37–39 hours per week and no more than 39 hours per week. The role is onsite at Denver International Airport. Schedules may be routine or variable, with Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday schedules consisting of three 10-hour shifts and one 9-hour shift. Shifts will accommodate a school schedule but are not guaranteed and may change. The pay range is $22.53–$33.80 per hour; new hires are typically brought in at $26.00 per hour. The position is eligible for enrollment in the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan and is not eligible for other additional benefits.

The position requires an FBI criminal background check. A pre-employment physical and drug test may be required depending on the position. Employees may be required to work extended hours or shifts during weather events or emergencies and may be redeployed to support City functions during a declared citywide emergency.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED, HiSET, or TASC Certificate.
• A valid driver's license at the time of application; licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
• Availability for shift work, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to complete the four-year apprenticeship program and maintain a GPA of at least 2.0.
• Ability to pass the required FBI criminal background check.
• Valid work authorization that does not require U.S. visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of experience in large-scale facility maintenance.
• Experience reading and following schematics.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, maintenance, and repairs on plumbing systems and fixtures in accordance with agency or department standards and code requirements.
• Install or alter new or upgraded plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Respond to plumbing service or trouble calls, troubleshoot problems, and provide resolutions.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair fire protection systems.
• Maintain, test, and install devices that prevent backflow or back siphonage.
• Prepare working sketches and work from blueprints and written or verbal instructions.
• Maintain records and prepare daily activity reports.
• Estimate material, labor, and equipment costs.
• Assist with maintenance and repair work in other skilled trades areas, such as building, electrical, and HVAC work.
• Document work hours and tasks.
• Learn to identify, use, and maintain trade tools and equipment.
• Train in and comply with standard trade safety rules and procedures.
• Train in maintaining routine records, writing reports, and completing forms.
• Work in other capacities within the agency or other City agencies during a Citywide emergency if redeployed.

Benefits

• Eligible to enroll in the City and County of Denver’s 457b retirement plan.
• The City covers 100% of apprenticeship program costs for participants with good grades and attendance.
• 8,000 hours of paid on-the-job training.
• Annual wage increases and progressive levels of responsibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED