Apprentice II - Piping
Job Description
Apprentice II - Piping
The Apprentice II - Piping participates in Modigent's structured 4-year (approximately 8,000 hours on-the-job training + related classroom instruction) registered apprenticeship program focused on process piping, plumbing piping, industrial piping, medical gas, high-purity systems, and integrated mechanical piping installations. Apprentices work under the direct supervision of experienced journeymen and foremen, progressively building skills in safe pipe installation, fabrication, assembly, testing, and maintenance while contributing to high-performance projects in commercial, industrial, and critical environments. Progression through Levels I–IV is based on accumulated hours, demonstrated competencies, classroom completion, performance evaluations, and successful advancement reviews.
Key Responsibilities
Apprentice II (Developing Skills – Typically 2,000–4,000 hours)
- Perform intermediate tasks with increasing independence, including accurate pipe measurement, cutting, beveling, fitting, and basic joining methods (e.g., threading, grooving).
- Assist in layout, rigging, and installation of piping systems, supports, valves, and fittings.
- Support pressure testing, leak detection, flushing, and basic system preparation under supervision.
- Read and interpret basic blueprints, isometrics, and specifications; document work progress.
- Contribute to prefabrication activities and coordinate with shop teams for material flow.
- Begin applying codes and standards (e.g., ASME, IPC) in daily work with guidance.
General Qualifications & Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (travel to job sites required).
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen, background check, and physical exam.
- Commitment to a 4-year registered apprenticeship program, including required classroom hours (typically 144–200 per year) and on-the-job training.
- Willingness to work in a safety-sensitive, field-oriented environment with variable hours and travel.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift, carry, and move heavy materials/equipment (up to 50+ pounds).
- Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders/scaffolding, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and work in confined spaces or at heights for extended periods.
- Comfort working in various conditions (dust, noise, extreme temperatures, outdoors).
- Manual dexterity for precise tool and pipe handling.
Safety & Compliance
- THIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION — Strict adherence to Modigent safety policies, OSHA standards, and site-specific requirements at all times.
- Maintain PPE usage and report hazards immediately.
Preferred Skills & Attributes
- Mechanical aptitude, strong math skills, and attention to detail.
- Interest in sustainable piping practices, energy-efficient systems, or critical environments (e.g., healthcare, industrial).
- Prior construction, labor, or trade-related experience a plus.
- OSHA 10 certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Commitment to Modigent's values of integrity, collaboration, innovation, and lifelong learning.
Progression & Benefits
Apprentices advance based on verified hours, skill mastery, evaluations, and program milestones. Modigent's apprenticeship includes paid on-the-job training, sponsored classroom instruction, mentorship, competitive wages with step increases, comprehensive benefits (health, retirement, etc.), and pathways to journeyman status, foreman roles, and beyond. We invest in our people to build the skilled workforce of the future.
Modigent offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for career advancement within a growing national platform dedicated to advancing mechanical and sustainable solutions. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.
If this aligns with your career goals, we encourage you to apply and join the Modigent family in building sustainable futures coast-to-coast through our apprenticeship program.
Pay Range: $18 - $26 per hour