Plumber Apprentice

The U.S. Water Culligan Group•Chantilly, VA

47d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Water Treatment Service Technician position, not a traditional plumbing apprenticeship. The employee will not work under a licensed plumber or earn plumbing apprenticeship hours. Instead, they will complete a seven-week hands-on training program combining classroom learning, shop time, and field training. The program prepares employees to install water softeners, filtration systems, and other water treatment equipment in customers’ homes, with a career path for continued growth and advancement. The technician works in customers’ homes and businesses to install, diagnose, repair, and service water treatment equipment; explain system use and care to customers; and manage service documentation. The role involves safely operating a company vehicle and using power tools, hand tools, pipe fittings, and other equipment. The schedule offers several shift patterns, variable start times, an on-call rotation, and overtime opportunities. U.S. Water Culligan Group is one of the largest Culligan franchisees in North America, serving families and businesses across 13 locations. Culligan provides water quality solutions and describes itself as a global leader with 90 years of innovation and product excellence.

Requirements

Enjoy working with their hands, solving problems, and working with customers.
Be naturally handy or mechanically inclined.
Be comfortable working physically and in tight spaces.
Be able to lift 80 lbs.
Have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Plumbing or mechanical experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Install new water treatment systems.
Analyze and diagnose customer water quality issues.
Repair water conditioning, drinking water, and related equipment.
Educate customers on system use and care.
Manage service documentation.
Partner with Sales and Customer Service to ensure exceptional service.
Safely operate a company vehicle.
Use power tools, hand tools, pipe fittings, and other equipment to install and service water treatment systems.
Use plumbing training to support daily work.

Benefits

Hourly wage plus commissions and lead fees.
Earn up to a $2,000 sign-on and retention bonus.
Monthly bonus opportunities.
Full benefits package after the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
401(k) plans with company match.
Company-paid portion of medical insurance; dental and vision insurance available.
Company-paid life insurance, with optional buy-up available.
Flexible spending programs.
Flexible scheduling.
Employee discounts.
Employee assistance program.
Tuition reimbursement.
Cash bonuses for employee and client referrals.
Paid time off.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Professional development assistance.
Opportunities for advancement.
Comprehensive onboarding program.