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Apprentice Plumber
Rocky Mount, VA · On-site · Full-time · Plumbing
$16/hr – $18/hr
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About the role
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Apprentice Plumber
At Davis Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric, we believe great service starts with great people. With a long-standing reputation for integrity, craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service, we’re committed to helping our team members grow and succeed.
If you’re hardworking, motivated, and ready to build a rewarding career in the skilled trades, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! No prior plumbing experience is required — just a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.
What You’ll Do
- Assist experienced plumbing technicians on job sites by gathering tools, delivering parts, and supporting daily service operations.
- Work in the warehouse to learn plumbing parts, tools, equipment, inventory, and company procedures.
- Participate in hands-on training, online technical courses, and ride-alongs with licensed plumbing technicians.
- Learn the fundamentals of residential plumbing, including tools, materials, equipment, and service procedures.
- Support technicians in delivering quality workmanship and exceptional customer service.
- Assist with daily operational tasks and collaborate with team members to keep jobs running smoothly.
- Cross-train on the dispatch desk and other operational functions as needed.
- Take initiative, ask questions, and actively develop new skills through training and on-the-job experience.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and professional work environment.
- Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to learning and growing within the plumbing trade.
What We’re Looking For
- No prior plumbing experience required — we’re looking for individuals with the right attitude and a desire to learn.
- A strong interest in pursuing a career in plumbing or another skilled trade.
- Hardworking, motivated, and goal-oriented, with a drive to succeed.
- Strong attention to detail, critical-thinking skills, and the ability to follow instructions.
- Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Dependable attendance, punctuality, and strong time-management skills.
- Willingness to take ownership of tasks, learn new skills, and go above and beyond daily responsibilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Flexibility to assist with warehouse operations, job-site support, and dispatch duties as needed.
- Willingness and ability to work overtime when necessary.
- Valid driver's license and a clean driving record preferred.
- Previous experience in warehousing, logistics, delivery driving, automotive, dispatch, data entry, or customer service is a plus.
What We Offer
- Starting pay of $16–$18 per hour.
- Paid, hands-on training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
- Structured career development and technical education.
- A clear path toward becoming a licensed plumbing technician.
- Opportunities to develop new skills and advance within the company.
- A supportive, collaborative team environment.
- The opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career with an established company.
Ready to Get Started?
You don’t need to know everything about plumbing to get started — you just need the drive to learn and the determination to succeed. If you’re ready to work hard, learn from experienced professionals, and build a future in the skilled trades, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career in plumbing!