First Year Apprentice Plumber Jobs in Renton, WA

At MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions (“MacMiller”) we make buildings work better. As the Northwest’s leading mechanical contracting firm, we design, deliver and service HVAC, plumbing and automation system solutions for commercial buildings. With our 1,600 employees across 14 offices – there is a breadth and variety of work to keep you engaged and inspired.  

We enjoy a well-respected history of exceeding our customers’ expectations and executing with distinction. Our clients trust their toughest projects with our integrated teams, including:  

• New construction – Engineering, fabrication and installation of mechanical systems for new projects following lean construction practices 
• Special projects – Retrofits and mechanical repairs for existing buildings for new efficiencies 
• Service - scheduled preventative maintenance ensuring tenant comfort, and 24/7 emergency response 
• Building Controls - Control systems, fault detection, energy services and remote monitoring 
• Energy & Sustainable Solutions - Acting as the Prime Contractor, we deliver design-build energy-efficient solutions in the built environment for private and public sector clients  

People love to work at MacDonald-Miller, and it’s because we all share the same CoreCultureValues:

• Collaboration – Diverse players, one team, a common vision. Collaboration is our foundation and critical to the success of the company. Every team member is valued and brings a diversity of strengths to help us meet our common vision.  
• Dedication – We are dedicated to personal and professional excellence. We execute with distinction by doing the right thing and following through on our commitments.   
• Safety – Everyone deserves a safe workplace. Safety is more than hardhats and boots, it’s an attitude and the environment we create. Every day, everyone goes home to their families.   
• Community – We are proud to be part of MacDonald-Miller. We actively seek to build relationships and know each other as individuals. Together we create an environment that is welcoming, caring, and trusting.   
• Innovation – We are committed to continuous, creative problem solving. Innovation is how we stay an industry leader. We always strive to challenge and better ourselves.  
• Fun! – Take the work seriously, but never taking ourselves too seriously. It’s possible to be both serious professionals and good-natured people you enjoy working with. We strive to be both.  

Requirements

Service Plumber: This is where you come in. 

We’re looking for a Service Plumber to perform regular maintenance, trouble shooting, diagnostics and repair on commercial plumbing systems, and associated components. In return for achieving aggressive goals, you’ll get rewarded with more to own, a ton of growth opportunities, and more freedom than you’ve probably ever had.   

The MacMiller Difference – We know your skills can take you anywhere. Why here? 

“It is our responsibility to make sure you have the tools, information, and materials you need to do your job. If that isn’t happening, we aren’t doing our jobs” – Mark Webster, Executive VP/ Chief Operations Officer.  

Our work is distributed geographically to keep you closer to home, and we invest in tools and training to allow our people to do what they do best. 

• Cutting edge technology 

• Modern tools and equipment 

• Full-time training staff  

• Formal leadership training 

Top 3 things to deliver in the first year to be a hero: 

• Commitment to safety and quality – take pride in your craftmanship with a safety-first mentality.  

• Detailed communication and partnership – work to keep your team and customer informed to build trusting relationships.  

• A ‘no problem’ service mentality – you will come across situations where you are the one that can save the day, let’s roll up our sleeves and get it done.   

Your Background: What kind of person will thrive in this role? 

You should have… 

• This is a union position – must be qualified for union membership.   

• A track record of delivering thorough, quality service in the commercial HVAC industry.  

• Expertise leveraging your resources to tackle complex repairs.   

• A valid drivers license, clean driving record, and all applicable licenses of the trade are required.   

And everyone you work with should describe you as… 

• Someone with a positive/can do attitude 

• Having incredibly strong work ethic 

• Very adaptable with tons of initiative 

And you should be motivated by… 

• Empowering yourself to learn how to do something.  If you need a ton of handholding or a micro-manager boss, this is not the place for you 

• Working in a lean, results-oriented environment, where you’ll be expected to do more, take on more, and achieve more every year 

• Having fun in an environment high on transparency, open to innovative new approaches with a supportive family feel

Benefits

Compensation: $25 - $70 per hour based on collective bargaining scale. Benefits are administered by the local Union, check out our full list of union partners for more information.  

Interested to learn more?  

If you’re ready for an adventure and are interested in being considered for this role, click apply to start the conversation! Or if you know someone who currently works at MacDonald-Miller, reach out to them to get introduced to the team! 

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.