Entry-Level Residential Plumbing Technician

Vailes Brothers Inc; Fishersville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Career path

Family-owned company

Year-round employment

Company events

IRA with company match

Job summary

Vailes Home Improvement Services in Fishersville, VA, is hiring an Entry-Level Residential Plumbing Technician. This full-time, year-round position offers on-the-job training with an experienced mentor and a clear path for career growth in residential plumbing.

You'll diagnose issues, perform repairs, install fixtures, and learn to work safely with residential systems while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• No prior plumbing experience required.
• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with residential plumbing service calls and repairs.
• Help diagnose plumbing problems and perform quality repairs.
• Install fixtures, faucets, water heaters, and other plumbing components.
• Learn how to safely work with residential plumbing systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and company vehicle.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and coworkers.
• Complete service documentation accurately.
• Follow company safety procedures and plumbing best practices.
• Continue building your technical skills through hands-on training and classroom education.

Skills

Dependable

Coachable

Mechanically inclined

Customer service mindset

Job description

Entry-Level Residential Plumbing Technician

Vailes Home Improvement Services

Fishersville, VA

Full-Time | Year-Round Employment

Pay: $18.00 to $21.00 per hour based on experience

Start Your Plumbing Career with Hands-On Training

Looking to build a career in the plumbing industry? Vailes Home Improvement Services is hiring an Entry-Level Residential Plumbing Technician to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with their hands, wants to learn a skilled trade, and is looking for long-term career growth.

From day one, you'll be paired with an experienced residential plumber who will serve as your trainer and mentor. You'll gain real-world experience working alongside skilled professionals while learning how to diagnose plumbing issues, perform repairs, install plumbing systems, and provide exceptional customer service.

As a family-owned company serving the Shenandoah Valley for 40 years, we believe in developing our people and promoting from within. If you're motivated to learn, dependable, and ready to grow, we'll provide the training and support you need to build a successful career.

Why Join Vailes Home Improvement Services?

• Paid, hands-on training with an experienced plumbing mentor
• Clear career path into a Residential Plumbing Service Technician role
• Family-owned company with a strong reputation throughout the Shenandoah Valley
• Year-round, full-time employment
• Supportive leadership invested in your success
• Ongoing technical training and career development
• Positive team culture focused on collaboration and professionalism
• Employee appreciation events and company gatherings
• Long-term career advancement opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

• $18.00 to $21.00 per hour based on experience
• Performance incentives and advancement opportunities as your skills grow
• Comprehensive benefits package with up to $7,000 in company-paid benefits annually
• Insurance options available
• Paid holidays and paid time off beginning on your first day
• IRA with company match
• Company-provided uniforms
• Paid technical training and continuing education

What You'll Do

Working alongside your assigned trainer and mentor, you'll learn how to:

• Assist with residential plumbing service calls and repairs
• Help diagnose plumbing problems and perform quality repairs
• Install fixtures, faucets, water heaters, and other plumbing components
• Learn how to safely work with residential plumbing systems
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and company vehicle
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and coworkers
• Complete service documentation accurately
• Follow company safety procedures and plumbing best practices
• Continue building your technical skills through hands-on training and classroom education

What We're Looking For

We're looking for individuals who are eager to learn and interested in building a long-term career in the plumbing trade. Previous plumbing experience is helpful but not required. Experience in construction, maintenance, HVAC, mechanical work, or other skilled trades is a plus.

Successful candidates are dependable, coachable, mechanically inclined, and willing to learn from experienced technicians. You should enjoy solving problems, working with your hands, and providing excellent customer service while maintaining a positive attitude.

A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.

About Vailes Home Improvement Services

For decades, Vailes Home Improvement Services has proudly served homeowners throughout the Shenandoah Valley by providing trusted HVAC, plumbing, and home improvement services with a commitment to integrity, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer care.

Our success starts with investing in our people. We provide the training, mentorship, and support needed to help motivated individuals develop into skilled plumbing professionals while building rewarding, long-term careers.

Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug test upon being given a conditional offer of employment.