Plumber

Fountain; Spindale (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Fountain Services, LLC in North Carolina seeks a motivated plumber for residential service and installation work. You will replace water heaters, repair water lines, and support light commercial projects while coordinating with electrical and construction teams.

Expect comprehensive benefits after a short introductory period and opportunities for long-term growth within our culture of integrity and accountability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on plumbing experience.
• Plumbing license preferred but not required; ability to work independently on service calls.

Responsibilities

• Perform water heater replacements and water line repairs.
• Provide general residential plumbing service and installation.
• Assist with light commercial/industrial plumbing as needed.
• Collaborate with electrical and construction teams on integrated projects.

Skills

Residential plumbing

Water heater installation

Water line repair

Team collaboration

Customer communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Established in 1946, Fountain Services, LLC has been a trusted leader in the electrical contracting industry for over 75 years. With offices across North and South Carolina, we specialize in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical services.

Our mission is to empower employees through ongoing training, career development, and a culture of integrity, accountability, and mutual respect.

We don’t just build electrical systems — we build careers.

Why Join Fountain Services?

• Career Growth: We offer a North Carolina-accredited and Registered Apprenticeship Program. Employees have access to leadership training, including Foreman and Superintendent Academies, and clear pathways for advancement. Tuition reimbursement and bi-annual performance reviews support long-term development.
• Supportive Culture: We foster a work environment that values well-being, professional respect, and collaborative leadership.
• Community Engagement: Our company is actively involved in local communities. We sponsor youth sports programs, nonprofits, and support civic organizations through economic and workforce development boards.
• Competitive wages with performance-based bonuses and opportunities for promotion
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and continued education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-sponsored events and team-building activities

Your Role: Plumber

Fountain Services, LLC is an established industry leader in the electrical trade, with offices in Spindale, Charlotte, Hickory, and Asheville, in North Carolina, and in Greenville, South Carolina. We serve both service and commercial construction customers and projects spread across the western, piedmont, and Metrolina regions of North Carolina, and the upstate of South Carolina. Over the course of our 75-year history, we have built our reputation as a company focused on the training, development, and personal growth of our workforce. We hire team members with a commitment and desire to continue their own career development, and who are a fit for a company culture based upon core values of honesty and integrity, mutual respect, pursuit of excellence, and personal accountability. If this describes you, we want to help you maximize your potential.

About the Role

We are growing ourGeneral Construction and Service Divisionto better serve our community, support our electrical installation projects, and expand our service offerings. We are seeking amotivated plumberwho wants steady work, hands‑on experience, and long-term growth with our company.

This position is primarily residential, with occasionalcommercial and industrialprojects.

We offer competitive pay, and after a 90-day introductory period, a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a 401(k) with employer match.

What you can expect (Primary Job Duties)

• Water heater replacements (tank and tankless experience preferred)
• Water line repairs and replacements
• General residential plumbing service and installation
• Assist with light commercial and industrial plumbing work as needed
• Work alongside electrical and construction teams on integrated projects
• Maintain safe, clean, and professional job sites
• Communicate clearly with supervisors and customers
• On-the-job training program provided
• Gain hands‑on experience working with experienced, licensed plumber

Minimum Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 3 yearsof hands on plumbing experience required
• Plumbing license preferred but NOT required,must be able to demonstrate the ability to work independently on common service calls
• Experience with water heaters and water line repairs strongly preferred
• General residential plumbing service and troubleshooting
• Some electrical experience is a plus, such as:
  • Surge protectors
• Willingness to learn commercial and industrial plumbing systems

Additional Requirements and/or Expectations

• Applicants must possess a High School diploma or GED.
• Applicants must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Applicants must pass a mandatory drug screen and background check.
• Applicants must have permanent residence within a 40-mile radius of our Spindale office.
• Ability to lift, bend, work in confined spaces, and perform physical labor

We deliver some of the highest-value and most complex electrical projects in the region. Examples of our work include:

• Kimpton Hotel Arras – Asheville, NC – $7.7 million
• Appalachian State University Residence Halls – Boone, NC – $22 million
• Ballantyne Reimagined – Stream Park and The Amp – Charlotte, NC – $3.7 million

All employees at Fountain Services, from apprentices to project managers, commit to:

• Show up every day on time
• Appreciate instruction from leaders
• Let your work ethic speak for you
• Retain knowledge

We are looking for professionals who want to build a long‑term career with a company that values growth, integrity, and high performance.

If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.