Our company is currently seeking full-time plumber’s assistants to join our team. The position will start from 30 hours per week, with potential for more working hours. In this role, you will be responsible for performing a wide range of tasks, including:
- Helping plumbers to set up the job sites and prepare the layouts;
- Assisting in excavating trenches and digging holes to facilitate the installation, repair, and maintenance of underground piping systems as part of plumbing projects;
- Assisting with installing and maintaining waste disposal underground sanitary drainage and water supply system;
- Assisting with measure cut thread and bend pipes valves and fittings to required specification;
- Cleaning and carrying out minor repairs on pipes drains and canals and checking for cracks and leaks in water supply and sewerage systems;
- Ensure all installations repairs and maintenance are properly sized aligned supported and grade as required by the plumber;
- Using equipment machinery & tools in a responsible & safe manner;
- Clean work area maintains work tools and machines daily after the work is done.
Requirements for the role:
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks on a construction site
- Relevant experience in a similar role is preferred but not mandatory
- Ability to follow safety procedures and guidelines
- Proven knowledge of operating diggers is a plus (through work experience, on-the-job training, or occupational credentials)
- An appropriate driver’s licence is preferred, as you may assist in operating diggers from time to time
- Reliable transport to meet the needs of varying work locations across Auckland
- Police vetting and drug tests are required
- Availability to start work in the mornings or on weekends, depending on work arrangements
If you are a reliable and dedicated worker with a long-term orientation, we encourage you to apply for this position.