Licensed Plumber / Plumbing Apprentice

HRI Plumbing; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

100% premiums paid by company

Paid time off and holidays

Company vehicle for work use

Regular pay reviews and advancement

Job summary

HRI Plumbing in Central Illinois is seeking a licensed plumber or plumbing apprentice with at least one year of residential plumbing experience. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents, with 100% of premiums paid by the company.

Licensed plumbers will manage residential service calls independently; apprentices will work under supervision while developing skills. Competitive hourly pay and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• At least one year of residential plumbing experience.
• Current plumbing license or active apprentice credentials.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Able to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Comfort using a tablet or mobile device for scheduling and notes.
• Excellent customer communication.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and install plumbing systems.
• Perform drain cleaning, leak detection, and pipe repairs.
• Handle sewer line repairs, septic services, and repiping/remodeling.
• Install and service water heaters, sump pumps, toilets, and fixtures.
• Explain findings and options to homeowners.
• Document work with ServiceTitan on company tablet.
• Communicate with dispatch about progress and parts.
• Keep tools and work areas clean and organized.
• Licensed plumbers operate independently; apprentices work under supervision.

Skills

Residential plumbing

Plumbing license

Apprentice credentials

Customer communication

Valid driver's license

Tablet usage

Tools

ServiceTitan

Septic systems experience

Job description

Posted Friday, 10/9/2026

About the Opportunity

HRI Plumbing in Central Illinois is hiring a licensed plumber or plumbing apprentice with at least one year of residential plumbing experience.

We offer steady work, opportunities to grow, and health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents, with 100% of premiums paid by the company.

We're looking for someone who shows up on time, takes pride in doing the job right, and treats customers and teammates with respect. Licensed plumbers will manage residential service calls independently. Apprentices will work under appropriate supervision while developing their skills.

What Success Looks Like

On a day-to-day basis, success in this role means arriving on time, diagnosing and repairing plumbing systems accurately, and treating homeowners with respect. Your daily work will include:

Diagnosing, repairing, and installing plumbing systems.

Performing drain cleaning, leak detection, and pipe repairs.

Handling sewer line repairs, septic services, and repiping or remodeling tasks.

Installing and servicing water heaters, sump pumps, toilets, and other fixtures.

Explaining your findings and repair options clearly to homeowners so they can make informed decisions.

Documenting your work, job notes, and photos using ServiceTitan on a company-provided tablet.

Communicating with dispatch and the office regarding job progress, needed parts, and follow-up steps.

Keeping your tools, materials, and work areas clean and organized.

How responsibilities differ by experience:

Licensed Plumbers: You will operate independently, running residential service calls and managing jobs from start to finish.

Plumbing Apprentices: You will work under supervision appropriate to your credential level, helping with service calls while gaining the hands-on experience needed to advance your career.

What We Offer

We believe in rewarding hard work, dependability, and skill. Our benefits package includes:

Hourly Pay: $20.00 to $50.00 per hour, depending on experience and licensing.

Steady, reliable year-round hours with overtime opportunities.

Health, dental, and vision insurance for you AND eligible dependents - 100% of premiums paid by the company

Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

Company vehicle for work use (depending on your specific role and license level).

Clear opportunities for professional advancement and regular pay reviews.

Position Requirements

Must-Have Qualifications:

At least one year of residential plumbing experience.

A current plumbing license OR active apprentice credentials appropriate to the position.

A valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets company insurance standards.

Comfort communicating directly with customers in a courteous, professional manner.

Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.

Comfort using a tablet or mobile device for scheduling and job notes.

Ability to perform the physical duties of the role, including lifting up to 60 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

Experience using ServiceTitan for field management.

Specific experience with septic systems or sewer line replacements.