Entry-Level Plumbing Tech - Helper

Fred's Plumbing and Heating in Champaign, IL is the place for you. We're seeking a full-time Entry-Level Plumbing Tech - Helper to assist our experienced team members. We're a family-owned company that invests in our team, offering on-the-job training in a lucrative, essential industry-no experience required.

Enjoy competitive pay plus bonuses and spiffs and enticing benefits and perks like health insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, two sick days, 9-hour workdays Monday-Thursday with half days on Fridays, paid training, retirement options, and a fully stocked snack bar. Not to mention, we offer our workers a take-home work vehicle and a smartphone!

GET FAMILIAR WITH OUR COMPANY

For over 30 years, residents of the Champaign area have counted on our family-owned company to provide prompt, reliable service. We proudly offer installation, repair, and maintenance on everything from electrical panels to sewer lines to heating and cooling equipment. Whether a client needs an outlet rewired or a tankless water heater installed, no job is too small or too large for our experienced team to handle!

We know that we wouldn't have satisfied customers if we didn't have happy employees to serve them. That's why we make every effort to create a fun, positive work environment. We value our staff, and we show our appreciation with a well-stocked snack bar and fantastic benefits. We hope you'll join us and see what makes our team amazing!

GET TO KNOW THE POSITION

When & Where You'll Work: This is a full-time position based in Champaign, IL. Work hours are Monday to Thursday from 7 AM to 4 PM, with half-day Fridays-unless you're on call.

What Your Day Looks Like:

Aa an Entry-Level Plumbing Tech - Helper, you'll work alongside experienced plumbers, learning the ins and outs of installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems in homes and businesses. You'll:

• Assist with installing sinks, toilets, and water heaters
• Help identify and fix leaks, unclog drains, and replace small pipe sections
• Use drain snakes and other tools to clear blockages
• Read blueprints and plumbing schematics
• Carry tools, prep job sites, and ensure safety measures are followed

Every day is different, and every job is a chance to build skills that lead to a lifelong career!

What It Takes to Join the Team:

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in various environments (tight spaces, outdoor conditions)
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Basic mechanical skills and comfort using hand and power tools

Bonus if You Have:

• Plumbing trade school or vocational training
• Prior experience in plumbing, construction, or a related field
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification

HOW TO APPLY

Our quick, mobile-friendly initial application takes just three minutes-because your time is valuable. Take the first step toward a rewarding future with Fred's Plumbing and Heating as an Entry-Level Plumbing Tech - Helper.