General Manager in Training

J&A Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical•West Mifflin, PA

1d•$115,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Apex Service Partners is offering an opportunity for a driven leader to develop alongside an experienced General Manager and gain hands-on experience running a trades business. The successful candidate will initially own a department within one of the company’s successful brands, developing skills in operations, financial performance, and people leadership. After demonstrating readiness, the candidate will transition into a leadership role at a newly acquired brand, helping lead hiring, team development, financial strategy, operational improvements, and long-term growth. The role is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and requires a daily in-person presence. Apex Service Partners describes a growth-focused, hands-on operating culture grounded in collaboration, data-driven decisions, accountability, and developing people. The company offers relocation support, comprehensive benefits, and a path to a General Manager role.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience leading teams.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
A playbook-driven leadership style and bias for action.
Strong interpersonal, motivational, and communication skills.
High energy and adaptability, with a demonstrated ability to deliver results.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Deep respect for the skilled trades or similar people-focused industries.
Ability to provide a daily in-person leadership presence.

Nice To Haves

Direct profit-and-loss ownership, or strong operational exposure.

Responsibilities

Train under an experienced General Manager and learn Apex’s operating playbook.
Take ownership of a department and lead day-to-day operations.
Develop and execute strategies to improve key performance metrics.
Deliver a high standard of service through coaching, training, accountability, and data-driven decisions.
Build a high-performance culture that supports engagement, retention, and team development.
Grow the team and create opportunities for advancement through skill development and career pathing.
Manage budgeting and forecasting, with accountability for profit and loss performance.
Maintain a visible, hands-on leadership presence in person each day.
Upon readiness, assume a leadership role at a newly acquired brand and contribute to hiring, team development, financial strategy, operational improvements, and long-term growth.