Job Posting Title Plumbing Trade Manager

Davis Heating and Cooling, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Leadership Development

P&L Responsibility

Fast Career Growth

High Autonomy

Comprehensive Benefits

National Resources, Local Impact

Job summary

Davis Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric is hiring a Plumbing Trades Manager to lead a growing plumbing department. This high-impact leadership role offers ownership over people, performance, and outcomes, and it is not a maintenance role—it's a builder role.

Join a fast-paced environment with opportunities to develop teams, drive performance, and scale the department. The role aligns with Apex Service Partners resources while preserving local culture and autonomy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge in residential plumbing.
• Ability to inspire and drive growth in team members.
• Commitment to delivering unmatched homeowner satisfaction.
• Strong presentation and group communication skills.
• Confident, decisive communicator in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of Plumbing Technicians.
• Set clear expectations and hold the team accountable to results and standards.
• Build a culture of ownership, urgency, and continuous improvement.
• Provide hands-on leadership with emphasis on plumbing operations and department growth.

Skills

Leadership

Residential plumbing knowledge

Communication

Decisive thinking

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Overview

At Davis Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric, we’ve been delivering trusted home comfort solutions since 1947. Built on a foundation of integrity, professionalism, and exceptional customer service, Davis is a recognized leader in residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services with a strong reputation throughout the communities we serve.As a proud partner of Apex Service Partners, one of the nation's leading home services platforms, Davis combines the strength and culture of a respected local brand with the resources, technology, training, and career advancement opportunities that come from being part of a larger, growth-focused organization. We are hiring a Plumbing Trades Manager to lead from the front. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants true ownership over people, performance, and outcomes. This is not a maintenance role—it’s a builder role. You will develop teams, drive performance, and take ownership of a rapidly growing department.

Compensation

$100,000–$130,000 total compensation (salary + performance bonuses)

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation- Your expertise and results are rewarded.
• Leadership Development- Build, coach, and elevate a team of technicians into high performers and future leaders.
• P&L Responsibility- Directly influence financial outcomes through operational excellence.
• Fast Career Growth- Proven leaders advance quickly as the business scales.
• High Autonomy- Operate with strategic guidance while making independent, real-time decisions.
• Comprehensive Benefits- Industry-leading benefits and employee support.
• National Resources, Local Impact- Benefit from the support, technology, training, and best practices provided through Davis' partnership with Apex Service Partners while maintaining the culture and agility of a respected local company.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Culture

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of Plumbing Technicians.
• Set clear expectations and hold the team accountable to results and standards.
• Build a culture of ownership, urgency, and continuous improvement.
• Provide hands-on leadership with a particular emphasis on plumbing operations, technician development, and department growth.

Revenue Growth & Strategy

• Drive team financial performance through goal-setting, reporting, and coaching.
• Use data to diagnose issues and drive improvement.
• Translate operational decisions into financial outcomes.

Operational Excellence

• Partner with operations, dispatch, and customer service to streamline processes.
• Improve efficiency through scheduling, workflow optimization, and performance tracking.
• Support operational consistency and growth across the plumbing department.

Customer Satisfaction

• Own the outcome of every job, including escalations.
• Ensure responsiveness, professionalism, and high-quality service delivery.

Qualifications

• 3+years of proven leadership/track record required
• Strong knowledge in residential plumbing required
• Ability to inspire and drive personal and professional growth in team members.
• Commitment to delivering unmatched homeowner satisfaction.
• Strong presentation and group communication skills.
• Confident, decisive communicator in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Company-Provided Life & Disability Insurance

Join Our Team

At Davis, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. If you're ready to make an impact, lead a talented plumbing team, and grow with a company that values your expertise, we want to hear from you.As part of the Apex Service Partners family, you'll have the opportunity to accelerate your career through access to industry-leading resources, leadership development, and a growing platform committed to investing in its people and expanding opportunities for top performers.

Davis may conduct a preemployment background check and drug test, subject to applicable law.