Plumber Apprentice

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• Utilizes a variety of electric and manual tools to build or repair plumbing systems.
• Assists with installs, repairs, and maintenance of plumbing systems, including pipes, fittings, fixtures, valves, and appliances.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots plumbing issues and provides effective solutions.
• Collaborates with other team members, contractors, and internal customers to ensure successful project completion.
• Assists with plumbing inspection systems and identifies 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 replaces 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

Education:

High School diploma or GED equivalent.

• 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.

• Oklahoma Construction Industries Board Apprentice Plumbing Card within 120 days of employment.
• Valid state issued driver's license.

• 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.

Internship

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Higher Education

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.

Yes

Hiring contingent upon Post Offer Employment Testing (POET)

Jan 6, 2026

Oklahoma City Metropolitan Area $15.00-$18.00 6 months ago