Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: $15-20/hr
Plumbing Apprentice
The Plumbing Authority Knoxville, TN
Earn $30,000 $50,000 While Learning a Skilled Trade
This job requiresat least 1 year of construction or physical trade experience.
Applicants without manual labor or trade experience will not be considered.
Want to build ahigh-paying career in the plumbing trade without going into debt for college?
The Plumbing Authority is looking for a hardworking Plumbing Apprentice who wants to learn the trade hands-on from licensed professionals.
This isnot an office job and not light work. This position requires physical labor, learning quickly, and showing up ready to work every day.
If you want a career whereyour income grows with your skill and effort, plumbing is one of the most reliable trades in America.
IMPORTANT Please Read Before Applying
This job is NOT a good fit if you:
Have only worked in office, retail, or customer service jobs
Are not comfortable performing physical labor daily
Prefer sitting at a desk most of the day
Are looking for a temporary job rather than a career
This jobIS a great fit if you:
Have at least 1 year of construction, plumbing, mechanical, landscaping, or other physical trade work
Want to learn a skilled trade that can support a family
Like solving problems and working with your hands
Take pride in doing quality work
Want to increase your income as your skills increase
This Is A Professional Service Position
Our plumbers work inside customers homes every day, not on rough construction job sites.
Because of this, we expect every team member to:
Maintain a clean, professional appearance
Speak respectfully and professionally with customers
Represent our company with integrity and professionalism
Take pride in both their workmanship and their conduct
This position is not a rough construction jobsite environment.
We are looking for individuals who want to build a professional career in the plumbing trade.
What You'll Be Doing
You will work alongside licensed plumbers and master plumbers learning the trade through real field experience.
You will learn how to:
Diagnose and repair plumbing systems
Install plumbing fixtures and piping
Work safely with professional tools and equipment
Serve homeowners with professionalism and integrity
Develop the skills required to obtain your Tennessee Plumbing License
This is a hands-on learning position, not classroom training.
This Job Is Physically Demanding
Plumbing is a skilled trade that requires hard work.
On a typical day you may be:
Lifting equipment and materials
Working in crawlspaces or tight spaces
Working outdoors in heat or cold
Standing, bending, kneeling, and moving throughout the day
If you are looking for a desk job or light work, this position will not be a good fit.
Compensation
Earn $30,000 $50,000 per year while learning the trade.
Additional opportunities include:
Performance bonuses
Skill-based pay increases as you progress
Long-term career advancement in the plumbing industry
Schedule
Family friendly schedule:
Monday Friday, occasional Saturday
We work hard, but we believe plumbers should have time with their families
Benefits
Partial health care benefits
Paid plumbing licensing exam and preparation
Company provided uniforms
Professional tools and trucks to train with
Long-term career security in a high-demand trade
Our family has owned plumbing companies and trained apprentices for four generations, and the demand for skilled trades in Knoxville continues to grow.
Requirements
To be considered for this position you must:
Have at least 1 year of construction or trade-related experience involving physical labor
Be able to lift, carry, and work physically throughout the day
Maintain a clean-cut, professional appearance
Communicate respectfully with customers
Have a strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Be professional, clean cut, and drug free
Have a valid Tennessee driver's license and good driving record
Have reliable transportation to and from work
Be able to work in the Knoxville, TN area
Applicants without manual labor or trade experience will not be considered.
Professional Standards
Our technicians represent The Plumbing Authority inside customers' homes every day.
Applicants must be able to:
Maintain a professional appearance and hygiene
Communicate clearly and respectfully with homeowners
Work well within a professional team environment
Represent the company positively in customers' homes
Important: Read Before Applying
To show that you read this job posting carefully, include the phrase "Ready To Work" in your application message.
Applications submitted without this phrase may not be reviewed.