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DH Griffin Wrecking

Commercial Plumber

West Columbia, SC · On-site

$23 - $29.50/hr

Our Columbia, SC Division is accepting applications for an Commercial Plumber. The safety of our workers is our highest priority. From your first day, you will be immersed in DHG's safety culture ...

DH Griffin Wrecking

Commercial Plumber

West Columbia, SC · On-site

$23 - $29.50/hr

Our Columbia, SC Division is accepting applications for an Commercial Plumber. The safety of our workers is our highest priority. From your first day, you will be immersed in DHG's safety culture ...

Blue Collars LLC

Plumbing Technician

Columbia, SC · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Join the Blue Collars Team - Redefining Excellence in Plumbing and HVAC At Blue Collars, we're dedicated to delivering industry-leading plumbing and HVAC services, focusing primarily on commercial ...

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How much do weekend apprentice plumber jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend apprentice plumber in Lexington, SC is $17.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.99 and $19.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Weekend Apprentice Plumber job is an entry-level position where you assist licensed plumbers with installations, repairs, and maintenance tasks on weekends. This role is ideal for those looking to gain hands-on experience while pursuing plumbing certifications or training during the week. Responsibilities may include handling tools, preparing materials, and learning plumbing systems under supervision. It provides valuable on-the-job training and can lead to full-time opportunities in the plumbing trade.

What types of projects or tasks might I work on as a weekend apprentice plumber?

As a Weekend Apprentice Plumber, you can expect to assist with a variety of tasks such as repairing leaks, installing fixtures, performing basic maintenance, and helping with site preparation and clean-up. You will work under the supervision of experienced plumbers, allowing you to learn hands-on plumbing techniques and safety protocols in real-world settings. Weekends might involve both residential and light commercial jobs, which can expose you to different types of plumbing systems and customer interactions. This is an excellent opportunity to build foundational skills while contributing to team projects and gaining practical experience that can support your long-term career development in the plumbing trade.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the weekend apprentice plumber position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Apprentice Plumber, you need a basic understanding of plumbing systems, strong manual dexterity, and a keen willingness to learn, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with basic hand tools, pipe cutters, and safety equipment is helpful, and enrollment in or completion of a plumbing apprenticeship program may be required. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and reliability distinguish top candidates in this role. These qualities are essential for delivering quality workmanship, ensuring safety, and supporting the licensed plumber or team on various weekend plumbing assignments.

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Securing a weekend apprentice plumber apprenticeship can be competitive, as many programs prefer applicants with basic skills or related experience. Availability may vary depending on local demand and employer needs, but demonstrating a strong interest in plumbing and willingness to learn can improve chances. Some programs may require certifications or a high school diploma before starting.

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Lexington Medical Center

West Columbia, SC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

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Lexington Medical Center rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 105 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

512th of 1,064 rated hospitals

Job description

Engineering Services
Full Time
Day Shift
7am-3:30pm
Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked as best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region's third largest employer.
Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state's first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer's care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship.
Job Summary
Performs a variety of skilled tasks that includes but is not limited to construction and maintenance of hospital facilities and equipment. Primary emphasis will be in the plumbing field. Also serves as technical advisor to other mechanics.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Years of Experience: 3 Years of Experience in
Maintenance/Construction
Substitutable Education & Experience: None.
Required Certifications/Licensure: Certification from the Municipal Association of South Carolina, or other approved licensing board, in plumbing;
Acceptable driving record.
Required Training: Must be able to read technical service manuals and blue prints
Essential Functions
  • Makes general installation and repairs of water, steam, vacuum, compressed gases, sewerage, drainage, and automatic sprinkler lines and systems. Able to install "pro-press" copper fittings. Able to solder and braze copper pipe joints.
  • Installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing systems, plumbing fixtures, and such apparatus as pumps and gauges. Inspect backflow prevention devices.
  • Inspects connections and other parts of systems for leaks, repairs, damage and replaces as needed.
  • Works on both low and high temperature and pressure piping and equipment.
  • Performs troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs to Sterile Processing Instrument washers, robotic conveyor system, sterilizers, cart washers, ultrasonic washers, nitrogen system, etc. Coordinate extensive repairs with equipment vendors.
  • Repair wheel chairs and stretchers. Including troubleshooting, ordering correct parts and performing repairs. Repair and install pneumatic control systems and troubleshoot and repair LMC's pneumatic tube systems.
  • Installations and repairs to medical gas systems including branch piping and main equipment pumps and compressors. Receive on the job training to prepare for medical gas installation certification.
  • Constructs and repairs building parts and fixtures, furniture and special equipment; inspects worksite to determine work to be done, calculates quantities of materials needed and requisitions hardware and supplies; performs such other tasks as necessary to complete the work, using hand and power tools. Locksmith functions, including cutting keys and repairs to door hardware.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Evaluate work orders and project requirements and coordinate with appropriate personnel to plan/execute completion of the task.
  • Works with minimal supervision with projects such as; erecting walls/ infection control barriers, applying plasterboards, repairing or installing building fixtures such as; doors, locks, windows, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing equipment. Must be able to produce a finished product.
  • Operates a variety of tools and equipment indigenous to facilities construction and maintenance such as pipe cutters, reamers, threading machines, sawzall, phase rotation meter, voltmeter, etc.
  • Assists as assigned with construction projects where his/her expertise is needed.
  • Works as a team member to ensure both hospital and work area safety at all times and in accordance with infection control requirements.
  • Trains, instructs, and directs helpers and coworkers and as assigned, assists other trades in building maintenance operations.
  • Head work teams on projects as assigned by manager.
  • Assure maintenance and construction projects conform to all regulatory code requirements (DHEC, NFPA, etc.). Keeps department informed of non-conformities.
  • Maintains skills current and project requirements and coordinate with appropriate personnel to plan/execute completion of the task.
  • Maintains an optimistic and professional image and exhibits excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers. Shows courtesy, compassion, and respect. Conforms to Service Excellene Policy and "House Rules."
  • Performs routine maintenance and repairs to plant operations equipment such as Boilers, Chillers, and Emergency Generators. Performs required regulatory testing of emergency equipment.
  • Work rotating "on-call" shifts per policy and as assigned. When "On-Call", must be knowledgeable/trained in all systems to understand error codes, notice performance failures, and contact appropriated personnel or vendors. As needed, may be required to troubleshoot equipment with electronic components, making routine and emergency repairs on a variety of mechanical/electrical equipment.
  • Performs such other duties as assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency, e.g., fire or disaster.

We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits choices for our benefit eligible employees and their families:
  • Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits
  • Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
  • Employees are eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHI matches dollar for dollar up to 6%.
  • Employer paid life insurance - equal to 1x salary
  • Employee may elect supplemental life insurance with low cost premiums up to 3x salary
  • Adoption assistance
  • LHI provides its full-time employees employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days of eligible employment
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Student loan forgiveness

Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but not limited to, lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to upgrade and promote employees from within the hospital where possible and consistent with the employee's desires and abilities and the hospital's needs.

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