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HARRIS-DUDLEY CO

Apprentice Plumber

Park City, UT

$30/hr

This entry-level skilled trade position works Monday-Thursday from 7 am-5:30 pm with some overtime opportunities available and limited on-call duties . The starting wage is $18.50 an hour and raises ...

Upfront Plumbing & Drains

Drain Cleaner

Midvale, UT

$50K - $70K/yr

YOUR DAY In this entry-level skilled trade position, you're responsible for safely and precisely operating our high-pressure water jetter to clear blockages and clogs from drain lines. Every job is a ...

Maryland Department of Transportation

MD · On-site

$55K - $87K/yr

Employees in this classification receive general supervision from a Skilled Trade Specialist Supervisor or other designated supervisor. The current vacancy exists in Perryville, MD (Cecil County) at ...

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Apprentice Plumber

HARRIS-DUDLEY CO

Park City, UT

$30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Harris-Dudley Co. is seeking a full-time entry-level Apprentice Plumber to assist our experienced plumbing technicians in the Park City, Salt Lake, and Utah County areas while learning this skilled trade. Are you mechanically inclined? Are you interested in further developing your career as a skilled plumbing technician in a recession-resistant industry? Do you want to join a respected team where you will be appreciated and have opportunities for advancement? If so, please read on!

This entry-level skilled trade position works Monday-Thursday from 7 am-5:30 pm with some overtime opportunities available and limited on-call duties. The starting wage is $18.50 an hour and raises are given every 6 months and until apprentices earn $30.00 an hour! Earn even more once you pass the Utah State Journeyman Plumber's Test. We also provide great benefits including paid holidays, paid time off, health insurance, a 401(k) plan with up to 4% match, a cafeteria plan, and a tool allowance. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to take a step closer to becoming a top-tier plumbing technician in this skilled trade, apply today!


ABOUT HARRIS-DUDLEY CO.

Harris-Dudley Co. is the leading provider for plumbing, HVAC, radiant floor heating, and snowmelt system installation for custom homes in the Park City, Salt Lake, and Utah County areas. We also service and repair these systems to make sure our customer's homes remain comfortable and operating in tip-top shape. We strive to create great long-term relationships with our customers and contractors that keep them coming back for more.

We have a great group of people on our team who are always willing to help each other and share their knowledge and experience. We work on interesting projects and have a lot of variety in our work. But, through camaraderie, teamwork, and continually improving our skills, we know we can complete the most complicated projects. We are proud of our work and it shows!


A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN APPRENTICE PLUMBER

As an entry-level Apprentice Plumber, you ask questions, observe, and emulate the values we adhere to here at Harris-Dudley. You go out in the field with experienced plumbing technicians. While being their helper, they mentor and train you on everything from how to install water & drain lines, radiant floor heating, and snowmelt systems to how to professionally interact with our clients.


QUALIFICATIONS

  • A valid driving license with a good driving record

Construction experience and plumbing or trade school is preferred. We will train the right person! Are you an honest, hard-working individual? Do you have effective communication skills? Are you punctual and reliable? Do you pay attention to detail? Are you a self-starter who is willing to ask questions? Are you a team player who is interested in a long-term career in an essential skilled trade? If so, you might just be perfect for this entry-level Apprentice Plumber position. Apply now using our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application!


Must be able to pass a background check. Any job offer will be based on the results of the background check.

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