Plumbing Service Apprentice

Any Hour Group; Milwaukie (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) match

Paid time off

Company events

Health benefits

Job summary

3 Mountains Home Services in Milwaukie, OR is seeking a Plumbing Service Apprentice to support licensed plumbers on service calls and learn to diagnose and repair leaks, clogs, fixture issues, and water heater problems under supervision.

You will gain hands-on experience with tools, blueprints, and diagnostic equipment while building the foundation to advance in the plumbing trade. Field-based with daily travel to customer sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrollment in or interest in plumbing apprenticeship or trade school preferred.
• Willingness to learn plumbing service practices and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist plumbers with diagnosing and repairing plumbing issues, including leaks, clogs, fixture replacements, and water heater repairs.
• Prepare tools, materials, and equipment for service calls, and perform basic tasks like cutting and measuring pipes under supervision.
• Learn to read blueprints, schematics, and work orders to understand job requirements.
• Support testing of water pressure, drainage, and system performance.
• Document work performed and assist with job notes.
• Provide professional and respectful assistance to customers, supporting technicians in explaining repairs and options.
• Ensure customer property is protected and cleaned up after service.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tools & materials familiarity

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: 3 Mountains Home Services - MILWAUKIE, OR 97222, Position Type: Full Time, Travel Percentage: None,

3 MOUNTAINS HOME SERVICES:

3 Mountains Home Servicesis a full-service residential plumbing company and has been serving the Portland Metro area since 2000. Over the years, we’ve built a company that elevates the game in our industry and community every single day. We are a team of passionate, hardworking individuals all motivated by the same mission, empowering our customers and our team. In all that we do, we strive to create an environment where we do the right thing and work as a team – one that gives everyone the confidence to speak up, make good decisions, and move our company forward.

Position Summary

As a Plumbing Service Apprentice, you'll support licensed plumbers on service calls, learning to diagnose and repair leaks, clogs, fixture issues, and water heater problems under direct supervision. You'll gain hands‑on experience with tools, blueprints, and diagnostic equipment while developing the technical foundation needed to advance in the plumbing trade.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist plumbers with diagnosing and repairing plumbing issues, including leaks, clogs, fixture replacements, and water heater repairs
• Prepare tools, materials, and equipment for service calls, and perform basic tasks like cutting and measuring pipes under supervision
• Learn to read blueprints, schematics, and work orders to understand job requirements
• Support testing of water pressure, drainage, and system performance
• Document work performed and assist with job notes
• Provide professional and respectful assistance to customers, supporting technicians in explaining repairs and options
• Ensure customer property is protected and cleaned up after service

We Offer

• Weekly pay with incentives and bonuses
• 401(k) retirement with company match
• Holiday pay, vacation pay, & paid time off
• Company events & parties
• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, & long and short-term disability insurance

Qualifications: Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Enrollment in or interest in a plumbing apprenticeship or trade school program preferred

Experience

• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with tools and materials
• Willingness to learn plumbing service practices and safety protocols

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Physical Demands and Conditions

• Lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders, and standing for extended periods
• Work performed indoors and outdoors, sometimes in confined spaces or varied weather conditions

Work Environment/Travel

• Field-based role with daily travel to customer homes and commercial sites
• May require evenings, weekends, or overtime depending on service demand

Ability to pass background check and drug screening