Plumbing and Heating Technician

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What is a Plumbing and Heating Technician?

A Plumbing and Heating Technician will be required to work on typical plumbing elements such as hot and cold water systems and storage, supplies to dwellings and associated pipework, above-ground pipework, connection t0 below-ground, sanitary pipework, fittings, and furniture. Appliances and equipment can include central heating boilers, bathroom furniture, sanitary appliances, drainage, and rainwater systems. In their daily work an employee in this occupation interacts with customers and end users, and as such require a high level of customer service. Technicians can find themselves working inside or outside a customers’ property as well as on building sites.

Responsibilities could include:

  • Installing appliances and systems.
  • Carrying out planned maintenance checks on systems and equipment.
  • Testing controls and safety devices to make sure they’re working properly.
  • Finding and repairing gas leaks using computerised fault-finding equipment.
  • Replacing or repairing faulty or old parts.
  • Ordering new parts.
  • Keeping records of work you’ve carried out.
  • Giving customers advice about gas safety and energy efficiency.

Who is this apprenticeship for?

If you’re looking for a new and exciting career, the plumbing and heating industry has much to offer. Whether it’s working for a company, becoming self-employed, or starting your own business, the opportunities are endless.

As with all our apprenticeships, you need to be employed or have a current offer of employment in the plumbing and heating sector.  We can offer advice and support on finding employment in the correct sector and liaise with your employer to ensure your apprenticeship gets off to an amazing start.

How do I get qualified?

  • This apprenticeship is Level 3 and will last approximately 4 years.
  • You will be required to attend college one day per week where you will be taught theory and practical skills.
  • You will build a portfolio of work throughout your training to demonstrate your knowledge, skills and behaviours.
  • You will need to pass an End Point Assessment. This consists of a Practical Assessment, and an interview underpinned by your portfolio.
  • If you do not currently have a Grade 4 in English/Maths you will need to pass your Functional Skills Level 2 in these subjects.

How will I be assessed?

You will attend college one day per week and be with your employer for the remaining time.  You will be assessed in a variety of ways and will receive regular constructive feedback.  You will be assigned a dedicated Training Officer who will support you for the duration of your Apprenticeship and will complete progress reviews with you, your employer and your assessor.

Your success will be measured by attendance and punctuality, professional knowledge, skills and behaviours and the production of evidence including workplace observations, professional discussions and workplace reviews.  You will be required to pass an End Point Assessment at the end of your apprenticeship to demonstrate your knowledge, skills and behaviours.

Interested? Then apply online or contact us for a friendly chat!