Residential Plumbing Service Apprentice

Description

About Magnolia Plumbing, LLC

For over 75 years, Magnolia Plumbing, LLC has proudly served the DC metropolitan area, delivering reliable solutions for both residential and commercial customers across heating and cooling (HVAC), plumbing, wastewater management, and underground site utility work.

We believe the best service starts with the best people, so we hire the best and invest in their success.

 Magnolia Plumbing, Inc. is seeking a Residential Plumbing Service Apprentice to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start or advance a career in the plumbing trade. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, dependable, hardworking, and committed to developing their skills while working alongside experienced plumbing professionals on residential service calls throughout the Washington, DC area.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced plumbers with diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing residential plumbing systems.
• Support technicians with service calls involving leaks, clogged drains, low water pressure, and other common plumbing issues.
• Assist with installing, repairing, and replacing faucets, toilets, sinks, showers, tubs, garbage disposals, and other plumbing fixtures.
• Learn to service and maintain residential water heaters, including tank and tankless systems.
• Assist with repairing and replacing pipes, valves, fittings, drains, and water supply lines.
• Support plumbing system inspections, preventative maintenance, and general service work.
• Learn to identify plumbing issues and assist with determining appropriate repair solutions.
• Assist with measuring, cutting, fitting, and assembling pipes and plumbing materials.
• Learn to read and interpret basic plumbing diagrams, blueprints, and manufacturer instructions.
• Help prepare job sites by gathering tools, equipment, and materials needed for scheduled service calls.
• Load, unload, organize, and maintain tools, equipment, and service vehicle inventory.
• Assist with testing completed repairs and installations under the direction of an experienced technician.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas throughout each service call.
• Protect customer property, including flooring, furniture, and surrounding work areas.
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, supervisors, and team members.
• Follow all company safety policies, plumbing codes, and proper equipment-handling procedures.
• Participate in company training, technical instruction, and apprenticeship development programs.
• Continuously develop plumbing knowledge and hands-on skills with the goal of progressing into a Junior Service Technician or Residential Plumbing Service Technician role.

Requirements

• Previous plumbing, construction, mechanical, or trade experience preferred but not required.
• Strong desire to learn the residential plumbing trade and develop technical skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of hand and power tools preferred.
• Familiarity with basic plumbing materials, measurements, and mechanical equipment is a plus.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and positive attitude.
• Good communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new technical procedures and apply hands-on training.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and materials and perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to work in crawl spaces, basements, attics, and other residential work environments as needed.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and navigate residential jobsites safely.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license preferred.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality workmanship, and excellent customer service.
• Professional and customer-focused attitude when working in residential homes.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Benefits & Culture

• Medical benefits starting the first of the month, plus company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• Company contributions to 401(k) and HSA.
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health coverage.
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance Policy.
• Paid time off (PTO) available from day one.
• Empowered environment: we trust you to own your work.
• Opportunity to pursue trade school and ongoing professional development.
• Safety Incentive bonus.

As part of our standard hiring process, this role requires completion of a background check and drug screening following an offer of employment.