If you’re a Residential Plumbing Helper looking to take the next step in your career, there’s nowhere better to work than Dowdy. Dowdy is the Tallahassee area’s premier residential and commercial plumbing company. We’re dedicated to providing our customers with elite service and the highest quality work. We’re also focused on fostering a positive work environment where our employees can grow their skills and opportunities. If you want to work somewhere surrounded by great people with plenty of room for career advancement, welcome to Dowdy.

Residential Plumbing Helper is an entry level position within the Residential Division and is assigned to help  Residential Apprentices, Journeyman Plumbers, and Senior Plumbers. The position will work in a cooperative manner with other team members to ensure the company's mission is fulfilled. Your main duty will be to follow written and verbal direction from your supervisor regarding basic labor tasks such as loading and unloading mateiral at work sites and setting out appropriate tools and equipment. Most importantly, you must be able to work as part of a team and pitch in where needed.

 This position comes with generous benefits, including:

• Medical Coverage


• Supplemental Coverage (dental, vision, life, STD, LTD, accidental) 


• 401k


• Paid time off


• Paid Career Advancement Programs


• Continuing Education

The  Residential Plumbing Helper is responsible for preparing the work site, ensuring it is kept clean, and assisting plumbers and apprentices with their work. 

• Must be at least 18 years of age.


• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening test and agree to comply with all company policies including the company’s drug-free workplace policy.


• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and able to push/pull up to 75 pounds.


• Must have knowledge of basic hand tools, both manual and electrical.


• Must have excellent communication skills and be able to follow directives.


• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Dowdy is an Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.  Dowdy is a drug-free workplace.  All applicants must submit to and successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to being hired. Some positions may require a Level 2 background clearance as a condition of employment.