\"Plumbing Apprentice — Learn the Trade, Build a Career\"

Olympic Plumbing Technology; North Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $22/hr

Hands-on training toward licensure

Clear growth path within the company

Supportive team environment

Employee health coverage, PTO, and 401

Job summary

Olympic Plumbing Technology (OPT) is seeking a motivated Plumbing Apprentice to start a long-term career in the plumbing trade. No prior plumbing experience is required, but a strong work ethic and reliable history are essential.

You will learn by working alongside experienced technicians on real jobs daily. This entry-level role emphasizes hands-on learning, training toward licensure, and growth within the company.

Qualifications

• No plumbing experience required.
• Hands-on experience in any trade, labor, mechanical, or technical field.
• Solid, reliable work history.
• Genuine interest in building a long-term career as a licensed plumber.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver\'s license.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Physical ability to lift, kneel, crawl, and work in tight spaces as needed.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed technicians with residential plumbing installs, repairs, and service calls.
• Learn to read job tickets, gather materials, and prep job sites.
• Handle tools, materials, and equipment safely and correctly.
• Learn plumbing codes, techniques, and best practices through direct, hands on training.
• Keep work vehicles and job sites clean, organized, and stocked.
• Communicate professionally with customers and teammates.
• Follow all OPT safety protocols and procedures.
• Take on more responsibility as skills develop, working toward apprenticeship hours and licensure requirements.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Reliable work history

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Job description

Plumbing Apprentice

Olympic Plumbing Technology (OPT)

Pay: $22.00/hour to start Position Type: Full Time

About the Role

OPT is looking for a motivated Plumbing Apprentice ready to build a long term career in the trade. No prior plumbing experience is required, though it's a plus if you have it. What matters most is a strong work ethic, reliable work history, hands on ability, and a genuine goal to grow into a licensed plumbing technician.

This role is the starting point for someone who wants to learn the trade from the ground up, working alongside experienced technicians on real jobs every day.

What You'll Do

• Assist licensed technicians with residential plumbing installs, repairs, and service calls


• Learn to read job tickets, gather materials, and prep job sites


• Handle tools, materials, and equipment safely and correctly


• Learn plumbing codes, techniques, and best practices through direct, hands on training


• Keep work vehicles and job sites clean, organized, and stocked


• Communicate professionally with customers and teammates


• Follow all OPT safety protocols and procedures


• Take on more responsibility as skills develop, working toward apprenticeship hours and licensure requirements

What We're Looking For

• No plumbing experience required. Prior experience is a plus, not a requirement


• Hands on experience in any trade, labor, mechanical, or technical field


• Solid, reliable work history


• A genuine interest in building a long term career as a licensed plumber


• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn


• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license


• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening


• Physical ability to lift, kneel, crawl, and work in tight spaces as needed


• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

What OPT Offers

• $22.00/hour starting pay


• Real, hands on training toward plumbing licensure


• A clear growth path within the company


• Supportive team environment


• 100% Employee Paid Health Coverage, PTO, retirement

OPT is an equal opportunity employer.