Plumber Helper

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Paid training

Job summary

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup in Blacksburg, VA is hiring a Plumber Helper for full-time, year-round work. No prior plumbing experience is required; you will train with experienced plumbers and learn the trade while performing hands-on tasks.

Ideal candidates are dependable, mechanically inclined, and comfortable using basic tools. The role offers opportunities to grow with the plumbing team and develop valuable skills for a long-term career in the trade.

Qualifications

• Entry-level opportunity focusing on learning the plumbing trade.
• No prior plumbing experience required; training provided.
• Candidates should be dependable and mechanically inclined.

Responsibilities

• Assist plumbers with day-to-day tasks.
• Learn and perform basic plumbing duties with supervision.
• Work safely and follow instructions from experienced team members.

Skills

Hands-on

Tools

Mechanically inclined

Teamwork

Education

No prior plumbing experience required

Tools

Tools usage

Job description

Plumber Helper

Location: Blacksburg, VA
Full-Time | Year-Round Employment
Pay: $17.00-$21.00 per hour based on experience

Start Your Career in the Plumbing Trade

Looking for a hands-on career where you can learn valuable skills and grow your earning potential? We're hiring a Plumber Helper to work alongside experienced plumbing professionals while learning the trade.

Previous professional plumbing experience is not required. This is an entry-level opportunity for someone dependable, mechanically inclined, comfortable working with tools, and interested in building a long-term career in plumbing.

You'll receive hands-on training while gaining real-world experience and developing the skills needed to advance within the plumbing industry.

Why Join Our Team?

• $17.00-$21.00 per hour based on experience
• Full-time, year-round employment
• Hands-on training with experienced plumbers
• Paid technical training and continuing education
• Overtime opportunities
• Opportunity to develop valuable plumbing skills
• Clear path toward becoming an experienced plumber
• Modern tools, equipment, and technology
• Supportive team environment
• Long-term advancement opportunities

Benefits

• Company pays 50 percent of employee health insurance premiums
• Dental, vision, life, accident, critical illness, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance options
• Up to 20 days of paid time off based on years of service
• 401(k) with up to a 3.5 percent company match
• Paid training and professional development
• Overtime opportunities
• Career advancement within the plumbing department

What We're Looking For

Previous plumbing experience is helpful but not required.

We're looking for candidates who:

• Want to learn the plumbing trade and build a long-term career
• Have a strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Are mechanically inclined and comfortable learning to use tools
• Enjoy hands-on, physically active work
• Can follow instructions and learn from experienced plumbers
• Work well as part of a team
• Take pride in quality work
• Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers
• Have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Are willing to work overtime when business needs require

Experience in construction, maintenance, HVAC, electrical work, landscaping, warehouse operations, mechanical work, or another hands-on field is a plus but not required.

Learn a Trade and Build Your Future

You don't need years of plumbing experience to get started. We're looking for someone with the right attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn.

You'll gain practical experience working alongside skilled plumbers while developing the knowledge and abilities necessary to take on greater responsibility as your career progresses.

If you're ready to learn a skilled trade and build a career with long-term potential.