Plumbing Helper / Apprentice Tech

Plumbing Helper / Apprentice Tech


Company
Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating & Air
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
18–22 an hour
Posted
3 days ago
Via
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Job Description
Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating & Air is currently hiring for a full-time Plumbing Helper / Apprentice Tech to help our plumbers complete work for our clients in and around Los Angeles, CA. This entry-level position earns a competitive hourly wage of $18 - $22, plus incentives! We are local industry leaders in this essential trade and believe that hard work can also be fun.

In addition to great pay and our exceptional culture, we offer the following benefits and perks:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid training
• Take-home company vehicle
• Company-provided gas card, large tools, and uniforms
• Excellent company events
• A positive work environment and fantastic company culture

So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why, you may be wondering HOW? It's easy! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet you soon!

THE IDEAL PLUMBING HELPER / APPRENTICE TECH
• Respectful - treat the property of others as your own
• Career-minded - looking for more than a job
• Self-motivated - sees what needs to be done and does it
• Team player - get along well with others and have a true understanding of teamwork
• Pride in your work - real desire to do quality work and ensure customer satisfaction

Does this sound like you? If so, please continue reading!

ABOUT MONKEY WRENCH PLUMBING, HEATING & AIR

At Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating & Air, we're proud of our reputation as a number one plumbing company. Our team handles residential plumbing from routine to complex repairs. Over the years, we've worked hard to get to where we are, and we are still committed to providing a variety of exceptional plumbing services to the greater Los Angeles area.

We would not be as successful as we are if it wasn't for our professional and talented team. We believe that in order to create a successful business, we need to ensure that our team is thriving. Along with a generous benefits package, we also offer excellent perks such as providing the opportunity to attend training and events, team support with management that cares, and career opportunities with a company that promotes from within.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU AS AN ENTRY-LEVEL PLUMBER

By assisting other plumbers in the field, you learn how to diagnose issues, explain the solutions, and then complete the agreed-upon repairs. As an entry-level Plumbing Helper / Apprentice Tech, you ask questions, observe, and emulate the values we stand for!
• Valid driver's license
• Clean driving record
• Looking for a career and willing to learn through training
• Able to pass a background check
• Can physically lift 60 pounds

If you are excited about this opportunity and meet these requirements, don't delay. Apply today!

Location: 91754

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q What is the minimum hourly wage for plumbers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage remains $7.25 per hour in 2026 but plumbers under Davis-Bacon prevailing wage determinations must receive at least $28.75 per hour on federal contracts. Overtime at 1.5 times the rate applies after 40 hours per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Q How many years of apprenticeship are required to qualify as a licensed plumber in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, registered plumbing apprenticeships require exactly 4 years or 8,000 hours of on-the-job training plus 576 hours of technical instruction completed by December 2026. A high school diploma or GED is mandatory for program entry.
Q What documents are needed to apply for a registered plumbing apprenticeship in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, applicants must submit a valid driver's license, high school transcripts, and proof of age 18 or older by the application deadline of March 15, 2026. Background check clearance and drug screening results are also required before acceptance.
Q What are the standard working hours and paid leave entitlements for plumbers in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, plumbers work 40 hours per week with overtime required after 40 hours and receive 10 paid federal holidays plus 12 days of annual leave after one year of service. Family and Medical Leave Act provides up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for eligible employees.
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