General Manager in Training

J&A Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision & life

401(k) with company match

Leadership development

P&L exposure

Entrepreneurial growth

Ongoing training

High-performance culture

National platform with local impact

Job summary

Apex Service Partners is seeking a driven leader to join its Leadership Development Program as a General Manager in Training in the United States. You will train under an established General Manager, run a department, and learn the company playbook while driving KPIs and delivering excellent service.

You will gain hands-on leadership experience, participate in budgeting and forecasting, and prepare to lead a successful trades business of your own within an Apex partner brand.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Direct P&L ownership preferred or strong operational leadership experience.
• Playbook-driven leadership style with a bias for action.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.
• High energy, adaptability, and a proven ability to deliver results.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Deep respect for the skilled trades or similar people-focused industries.
• Commitment to team development, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Train under an experienced General Manager and learn Apex's operating playbook.
• Take ownership of a department and lead day-to-day operations.
• Develop and execute strategies to drive key performance metrics.
• Deliver a gold standard of service through coaching, training, accountability, and data-driven decision-making.
• Build a high-performance culture that fosters engagement, retention, and team development.
• Lead recruiting, hiring, and employee development initiatives.
• Manage financial activities including budgeting and forecasting, with accountability for P&L performance.
• Serve as a visible, hands-on leader with daily in-person presence.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, profitability, and customer experience. Prepare to transition into a General Manager role within an Apex partner brand.

Skills

Leadership

P&L ownership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

General Manager in Training

Leadership Development Program | Clear Path to General Manager

If you're a driven leader with a passion for developing people, improving operations, and driving business results, Apex Service Partners (J&A Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical) wants to talk to you.

We're seeking a motivated General Manager in Training to develop alongside a top-performing General Manager, gain hands-on leadership experience, and prepare to lead a successful trades business of your own.

Why Join Apex?

• Clear Path to General Manager
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Hands-On Leadership Development
• Direct Exposure to Business Operations & P&L Management
• Entrepreneurial Growth Opportunities
• Ongoing Training & Career Development
• High-Performance, Team-Focused Culture
• National Platform with Local Leadership Impact

What You'll Do

• Train under an experienced General Manager and learn Apex's operating playbook
• Take ownership of a department and lead day-to-day operations
• Develop and execute strategies to drive key performance metrics
• Deliver a gold standard of service through coaching, training, accountability, and data-driven decision-making
• Build a high-performance culture that fosters engagement, retention, and team development
• Lead recruiting, hiring, and employee development initiatives
• Manage financial activities including budgeting and forecasting, with accountability for P&L performance
• Serve as a visible, hands-on leader with daily in-person presence
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, profitability, and customer experiencePrepare to transition into a General Manager role within an Apex partner brand

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of leadership experience
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Direct P&L ownership preferred or strong operational leadership experience
• Playbook-driven leadership style with a bias for action
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills
• High energy, adaptability, and a proven ability to deliver results
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Deep respect for the skilled trades or similar people-focused industries
• Commitment to team development, accountability, and continuous improvement

Why Apex?

At Apex Service Partners, our leaders are equipped with the tools, training, and support they need to succeed. This program is designed for ambitious operators who want to accelerate their leadership growth, make a meaningful impact, and ultimately lead a successful business of their own.

If you're looking for a clear path to General Manager and the opportunity to grow within a high-performing organization, we'd like to hear from you.