Plumber's Helper job description template
A plumber's helper assists licensed plumbers on service calls, remodels and new construction: carrying tools and materials, digging, cutting and prepping pipe, and cleaning up the job. It's an entry-level role and a common first step toward a plumbing apprenticeship. A good post says what kind of plumbing work you do and whether you'll help with apprenticeship registration and schooling.
Plumber's Helper
Full-timeYour Company is looking for a plumber's helper to assist our licensed plumbers on service calls and installs. You'll carry materials, cut and prep pipe, dig, demo and clean up, and learn the trade from experienced plumbers as you go. No experience is needed if you're dependable, hardworking and not afraid to get dirty. Helpers who show up and learn can move into an apprenticeship with us.
What you’ll do
- Carry tools, pipe, fittings and water heaters between the truck and the job
- Cut, ream and prep copper, PEX and PVC pipe for the plumber to install
- Dig trenches for water and sewer lines, and backfill once the work passes inspection
- Help remove old fixtures, water heaters and piping, and haul away debris
- Lay drop cloths and protect floors and finishes in customers' homes
- Pick up parts from the supply house and keep the truck stocked and organized
- Hold, measure and steady materials, and learn to make basic connections under supervision
- Follow safety rules for trenches, ladders, power tools and confined spaces
What we’re looking for
- Valid driver's license
- Able to lift up to 75 lbs, kneel, crawl and work in tight, dirty spaces
- On time every day and ready to work
- Willing to learn and take direction from experienced plumbers
- Comfortable with basic hand tools
Nice to have
- Construction, maintenance or other trade experience
- Interest in a plumbing apprenticeship and license
- Your own basic hand tools
Schedule
Full-time, weekdays with early starts. Some evenings or Saturdays when a job has to be finished or an emergency call comes in.
What we offer
- Paid on-the-job training from licensed plumbers
- A path into a plumbing apprenticeship
- Work boots and safety gear provided
- Health insurance and paid time off
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Plumber's Helper our company is looking for a plumber's helper to assist our licensed plumbers on service calls and installs. You'll carry materials, cut and prep pipe, dig, demo and clean up, and learn the trade from experienced plumbers as you go. No experience is needed if you're dependable, hardworking and not afraid to get dirty. Helpers who show up and learn can move into an apprenticeship with us. What you’ll do • Carry tools, pipe, fittings and water heaters between the truck and the job • Cut, ream and prep copper, PEX and PVC pipe for the plumber to install • Dig trenches for water and sewer lines, and backfill once the work passes inspection • Help remove old fixtures, water heaters and piping, and haul away debris • Lay drop cloths and protect floors and finishes in customers' homes • Pick up parts from the supply house and keep the truck stocked and organized • Hold, measure and steady materials, and learn to make basic connections under supervision • Follow safety rules for trenches, ladders, power tools and confined spaces What we’re looking for • Valid driver's license • Able to lift up to 75 lbs, kneel, crawl and work in tight, dirty spaces • On time every day and ready to work • Willing to learn and take direction from experienced plumbers • Comfortable with basic hand tools Nice to have • Construction, maintenance or other trade experience • Interest in a plumbing apprenticeship and license • Your own basic hand tools Schedule Full-time, weekdays with early starts. Some evenings or Saturdays when a job has to be finished or an emergency call comes in. What we offer • Paid on-the-job training from licensed plumbers • A path into a plumbing apprenticeship • Work boots and safety gear provided • Health insurance and paid time off
Screening questions for a plumber's helper
Ask these on the application form to sort applicants quickly. They’re added automatically when you post this template.
- Are you comfortable working in crawl spaces, trenches and other tight or dirty spaces?Yes / No · required
- What jobs have you had that involved physical work, tools or building things?Short answer · required
- Are you interested in becoming a licensed plumber? Tell us what draws you to the trade.Paragraph
Plumber's Helper interview questions
- What kind of physical or hands-on work have you done before?
- How do you feel about crawl spaces, sewage and working outside in cold weather?
- A plumber sends you to the supply house with a list of parts. How do you make sure you get them right?
- What would you do if you finished your task and the plumber was busy with a customer?
- Tell me about a time you learned a skill by watching someone else do it.
- Would you like to become a licensed plumber someday?
- Can you reliably be at the shop for early starts?
Tips for hiring a plumber's helper
- Hire for reliability first. A plumber can't start the day's jobs if the helper doesn't show up, so ask references about attendance.
- Check your state's rules on what helpers may do. In some states, anyone doing plumbing work must be registered as an apprentice.
- Bring finalists on a paid ride-along day. You'll see whether they're comfortable in crawl spaces and how they treat customers' homes.
- Many good helpers come from landscaping, construction and warehouse jobs. Post at your local workforce center and in veteran job programs as well as on job boards.