Plumbing Assistant

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 60,174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Paid hands-on training

Medical insurance with premiums paid

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid professional development

Career advancement

Job summary

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup in Ozark, MO is hiring a Plumbing Assistant to learn the trade by working alongside experienced plumbers. No prior plumbing experience is required; you will receive paid training and hands-on experience in installation, maintenance, and service.

The role offers full-time, year-round employment with paid training, overtime opportunities, and opportunities to advance within the plumbing team. Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic are highly valued.

Qualifications

• No plumbing experience required.
• Interest in learning plumbing and developing a skilled trade career.
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable with hand and power tools or willing to learn.
• Ability to perform physically active work.
• Willingness to follow directions and learn from experienced team members.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well with others.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Flexibility to work overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced plumbers with service calls, installations, and replacements.
• Help install and maintain plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment.
• Prepare tools, materials, and supplies for daily jobs.
• Load and unload equipment and materials.
• Learn basic plumbing techniques and troubleshooting procedures.
• Support plumbing projects by measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Follow instructions and established safety procedures.
• Help ensure jobs are completed efficiently and correctly.
• Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong work ethic

Dependable attendance

Willingness to learn

Hand and power tools

Physical ability

Follow directions

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Overtime flexibility

Job description

Plumbing Assistant

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

Start Your Career in Plumbing With Paid Training

Looking for a hands-on career where you can learn valuable skills, earn a steady paycheck, and build a future in the skilled trades?

We're hiring a Plumbing Assistant to work alongside experienced plumbers while learning the fundamentals of plumbing installation, maintenance, and service.

No previous plumbing experience is required. We're looking for someone dependable, mechanically inclined, and willing to learn. Whether you're new to the workforce or have experience in construction, maintenance, or another hands‑on field, this is an opportunity to develop skills that can lead to a long‑term plumbing career.

What We Offer

• $17.00-$21.00 per hour, depending on experience

• Full-time, year-round employment

• Overtime opportunities

• Paid hands‑on training with experienced plumbers

• Technical training and continuing education

• Modern tools, equipment, and technology

• Supportive team environment

• Opportunities to develop new skills and increase responsibilities

• Long‑term career advancement opportunities

Benefits

• Medical insurance with 50% of employee premiums paid by the company

• Dental and vision insurance options

• Life, accident, and critical illness insurance options

• Short‑term 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% company match

• Paid professional development and training

• Opportunities for advancement within the plumbing department

What You’ll Do

• Assist experienced plumbers with service calls, installations, and replacements

• Help install and maintain plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment

• Prepare tools, materials, and supplies for daily jobs

• Load and unload equipment and materials

• Learn basic plumbing techniques and troubleshooting procedures

• Support plumbing projects by measuring, cutting, and preparing materials

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas

• Follow instructions and established safety procedures

• Help ensure jobs are completed efficiently and correctly

• Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers

What We’re Looking For

• No previous plumbing experience necessary

• Interest in learning plumbing and developing a skilled trade career

• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

• Comfortable working with hand and power tools or learning how to use them

• Ability to perform physically active work

• Willingness to follow directions and learn from experienced team members

• Positive attitude and ability to work well with others

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

• Flexibility to work overtime when needed

Previous experience in construction, HVAC, electrical, maintenance, landscaping, warehouse operations, or other hands‑on work is helpful but not required.

Build Your Future With Our Team

We're looking for someone who wants more than just another job. This is an opportunity to learn a valuable trade, work alongside experienced professionals, and develop skills that can lead to greater responsibilities and earning potential.

If you're dependable, enjoy working with your hands, and are ready to learn something new, we'd like to hear from you.