Plumber Apprentice

Oklahoma City, OK - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you looking for an entry level position to start you on a career path that offers opportunity for growth and career longevity in the crafts and trades industry Come join the staff at OUHealth Center in Oklahoma City and become a part of Oklahomas premier research university which leads the state in education and career opportunities. OU HSC is one of only four comprehensive academic health centers in the nation with seven professional colleges. We are currently building world-class institutes for the treatment of diabetes and cancer.

We are looking for a Plumber Apprentice to join the team! This position is responsible for the assembly installation and repair of plumbing systems This includes plumbing fixtures appliances water heaters steam and chilled water sanitary and waste natural gases acid anesthesia gases water compressed air vacuum and distilled water piping systems. You will work side by side with a licensed professional plumber servicing repairing and replacing plumbing systems.

Duties:

Utilizes a variety of electric and manual tools to build or repair plumbing systems.
Assists with installs repairs and maintain plumbing systems including pipes fittings fixtures valves and appliances.
Diagnoses and troubleshoots plumbing issues and provide effective solutions.
Collaborates with other team members contractors and internal customers to ensure successful project completion.
Assists with plumbing inspections systems and identify potential problems or areas that require maintenance.
Follows safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
Maintains inventory of parts and supplies.
Ensures that work is performed in accordance with relevant codes.
Cleans drains removes obstructions and repairs or replace broken pipes and fixtures including cleaning the job site after the work is completed.
Maintains records of work assignments.
Performs other duties as assigned

Required Attachments

Documents required for this position are listed under the Required Attachments section of this job listing. You will be required to upload and attach these documents in the application process.

Important: ALL required documents must be attached to your job application or your documents will not be visible to the hiring department!

Required Education: High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Skills:

Basic understanding of mathematical concepts for measurements and calculations.
Excellent communication skills high integrity and a desire for professional growth as a technician within the plumbing industry.
Ability to follow instructions.
Excellent time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Ability to safely operate tools and work in tight spaces.

Certifications:

Oklahoma Construction Industries Board Apprentice Plumbing Card within 120 days of employment.
Valid state issued drivers license

Working Conditions:

Physical:
- Physical ability to use and reach with hands and arms regularly.
- Ability to climb in high places using a ladder or balance.
- Ability to stoop kneel crouch bend and crawl.
- Ability to lift up to 45 lbs. stand sit crawl or kneel sometimes for long periods.
Environmental:
- May be required to travel across campus or other site for repairs
- Willingness to work on-call weekends holidays or respond to emergency calls and snow/ice duty.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma:The University of Oklahoma values our communitys unique talents perspectives and experiences. At OU we aspire to harness our innovation creativity and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere. You Belong Here!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:The University in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex sexual orientation marital status genetic information gender identity/expression (consistent with applicable law) age (40 or older) religion disability political beliefs or status as a veteran in any of its policies practices or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions employment housing financial aid and educational services.