Apprentice Plumber Job Description - Wage/Hour Non Exempt

Sep 14, 2026

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Apprentice Plumber role supports safe maintenance and operation of district plumbing systems under general supervision. Responsibilities include installing and performing minor repairs on faucets, fixtures, and drains, completing work orders with a journeyman plumber, retrieving parts and tools, and assisting with commercial plumbing repair, remodeling, kitchen gas-and-water equipment work, and irrigation system repairs or installations. The position emphasizes preventive maintenance, safe tool operation, immediate reporting of unsafe conditions, and physical readiness for continual walking, lifting, climbing, and exposure to extreme temperatures.

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Reading Time1 min

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Primary Purpose

Qualifications

Education/Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

Experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Maintenance and Repair

Safety

Supervisory Responsibilities

Equipment Used

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Job Title: Apprentice Plumber Wage/Hour Status: Non Exempt Reports To: Plumbing Supervisor Pay Grade: Maintenance Pay Group 2 Dept. /School: Maintenance Department Date Revised: 5.13.25 Primary Purpose: Under general supervision, assist in maintaining and providing for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities. Qualifications: Education/Certification: High School Diploma, preferred Valid Texas driver's license Special Knowledge/Skills: General knowledge of plumbing repairs and maintenance Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to use hand and power tools Experience: One three years in plumbing field Major Responsibilities and Duties: Maintenance and Repair: 1. Install and do minor repairs on faucets, fixtures and drains. 2. Receives and complete work orders as issued under supervision of a journeyman plumber. 3. Retrieve parts and tools as needed. 4. Assist in repairing kitchen equipment that incorporate gas and water consumption. 5. Assist licensed plumbers in all facets of commercial plumbing repair and remodeling. 6. Assist in the repair or installation of irrigation systems. Safety: 7. Assist in performing preventive maintenance on tools and equipment. 8. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. 9. Assist in ensuring that equipment is in safe operating condition. 10. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc. 11. Report unsafe conditions to supervisor immediately. 12. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Equipment Used: Hand and power tools; pipe bender; propane torch; soldering equipment; sewer rooter. Light truck or van. Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions under buildings, around gas lines, around fumes and toxic chemicals, outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent districtwide travel. NOTE: The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills that may be required.

FAQs

What is the primary purpose of the Apprentice Plumber position?

To assist in maintaining safe conditions and proper operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities under general supervision.

What major maintenance and repair tasks does the apprentice perform?

Install and perform minor repairs on faucets, fixtures, and drains; complete work orders under a journeyman plumber; retrieve needed parts and tools; assist with commercial plumbing repair and remodeling, kitchen equipment involving gas and water, and irrigation system repair or installation.

How does the role address safety?

The apprentice performs preventive maintenance, operates tools and equipment using established safety procedures, ensures equipment is in safe operating condition, follows safe techniques for tasks including lifting and climbing, and reports unsafe conditions to the supervisor immediately.

Sep 14, 2026

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