What are the responsibilities and job description for the Backflow Technician Apprentice - Central Phoenix/East Valley position at Backflow Paradise Inc. - Phoenix?
BACKFLOW INSPECTION / REPAIR APPRENTICE
Are you interested in learning a trade? Are you good with your hands, finding problems, and fixing things? We want to talk with you!
Backflow Paradise is a local, family owned and operated business that inspects, repairs, and maintains backflows and fire safety systems.
We are looking for an apprentice who is willing to learn and become a Certified Backflow Technician. Ideal applicants don't mind getting dirty, can problem solve, have good communication skills, and can create positive interactions with our clients in the field
**Please note, you will be expected to take a course and pass a state exam to become certified within the first 6 months of working with us
As an apprentice, you will learn how to:
- Conduct backflow inspections at existing sites, renovations, and new constructions
- Perform troubleshooting and emergency repairs and some plumbing of/or related to backflow assemblies as necessary.
- Identify code and other non-compliant issues and make recommendations on repairs or preventive maintenance.
- Utilize and enter accurate information into field software to report inspection results.
Qualifications:
- Valid Drivers License, with good driving record and willing to drive to multiple job sites each day
- Able and willing to use apps and software in the field
- Able to carry and move tools and equipment up to 50-70 lbs
- Able to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions – climbing ladders, scaffolding and high lift equipment up to 40 feet, working within cabinets, crawl spaces, above ceilings, etc.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, with little supervision.
- Organized, systematic and adherent to deadlines.
Salary : $20 - $24