Apprentice Plumber

💪 Launch Your Plumbing Career with Sweetwater Plumbing – Now Hiring an Apprentice Plumber!

Position Title: Apprentice Plumber
Company Name: Sweetwater Plumbing
Salary: $18 - $22+ per hour, based on experience + weekly pay + career advancement opportunities
Employment Type: Full‑time
Schedule: Monday–Friday; availability for occasional emergency support or overtime
Location: Apex, NC (service area: Apex, Morrisville, Cary, Durham, and the Triangle)

Job Overview

Sweetwater Plumbing is growing—and we’re looking for a motivated, hands-on Apprentice Plumber to support our residential and commercial service team. This is a dynamic opportunity for someone ready to learn the trade and grow their existing skills in a fast-paced, professional environment. You’ll work alongside experienced commercial plumbers on a variety of plumbing service calls and projects across restaurants, hotels, multifamily properties, wellness studios, and more.

Whether you’re just starting out or have some experience under your belt, this role offers paid training, advancement pathways, and the chance to build a rewarding long-term plumbing career.

Who We Are

Sweetwater Plumbing is a locally owned, non-franchise plumbing contractor with deep roots in North Carolina. We’ve built our name in new construction and are now expanding our residential and commercial service division, serving facilities like restaurants, commercial kitchens, hotels, and wellness spaces throughout the Triangle. We value craftsmanship, safety, and professionalism—and we invest in the growth of every team member.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with Service Calls: Support licensed plumbers in diagnosing, repairing, and replacing plumbing systems, fixtures, and components.

• Tool & Equipment Handling: Set up and organize tools and materials on site; help operate jetters, drain machines, and other diagnostic tools under supervision.

• Site Prep & Clean-Up: Ensure job sites are clean, organized, and safe before, during, and after work.

• Learning on the Job: Gain exposure to commercial plumbing systems including hot water plants, booster pumps, backflow devices, and ADA upgrades.

• Documentation: Help with basic documentation, including photo logging and material tracking via tablet-based work order systems.

• Safety & Compliance: Follow OSHA guidelines, company safety procedures, and site-specific rules at all times.

• Team Support: Collaborate with field techs, dispatch, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth job execution.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1+ years of plumbing, construction, or mechanical experience preferred, but not required—on-the-job training provided.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Physical Ability: Able to lift 75 lbs, work on ladders, and operate in tight spaces (ceilings, crawlspaces, roofs).

• Soft Skills: Eager to learn, reliable, punctual, and able to take direction well.

• Licensing: Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

• Bonus Skills (a plus, not required): Confined space awareness, OSHA-10, or basic tool handling knowledge. “Handy” on many general tasks.

Benefits

• Pay & Compensation

  • Weekly pay schedule

  • Competitive hourly wage based on experience

  • Overtime eligibility

  • Referral bonus program

• Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • PPE provided (gloves, eye/ear protection, etc.)

• Career Development

  • Paid training and certifications (OSHA, backflow, jetting, etc.)

  • Tool replacement program

  • Career advancement into licensed plumber roles

  • Tablet/smartphone provided

• Perks & Culture

  • Company vehicle access (with take-home policy as eligible)

  • Company uniforms and safety apparel

  • Team events and outings (BBQs, sporting events, fishing trips)

  • Family-like work environment

Schedule

• Full-time: Monday to Friday

• Occasional overtime or emergency service support may be required

Work Location

• Based out of Apex, NC

• Serving commercial clients across Apex, Cary, Durham, Morrisville, and the greater Triangle area

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sweetwater Plumbing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Start your journey in the plumbing trade with a team that values your future. Apply now and grow with Sweetwater Plumbing!

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