Residential Plumbing Apprentice/Yard Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Applicant must have a valid driver's license (not a permit). APPLICANT MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES.

If foreign born, applicant must have held a United States driver's license for a minimum of three (3) years.

Reliable transportation is required.

Applicant must successfully complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and drug screening.

Douglas & Son Services is a family-owned and operated plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and gas fitting company serving Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia. We are seeking hardworking, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our growing team.

We are currently seeking an individual with the desire to learn the plumbing trade while assisting with yard and warehouse work.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with water heater installations, drain cleaning, and other plumbing tasks
• Pull job materials and help load service trucks
• Perform basic yard work including mowing, weeding, mulching, edging, and general landscaping maintenance
• Assist with other projects and tasks as needed around our properties and job sites

Training & Career Opportunity

We are willing to provide on-the-job training to the right candidate. You will learn how to install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems while working alongside experienced professionals and following safe work practices.

This position offers a career path for individuals who want to learn a skilled trade and work toward becoming a licensed plumber. The knowledge and experience gained can lead to a rewarding long-term career with significant growth opportunities.

Important Job Expectations

This is physically demanding work and is not a light-duty position . Employees should expect to work outdoors in all weather conditions as well as customer's homes, perform strenuous physical labor, lift and carry heavy materials, dig and work in confined spaces, and spend long hours on their feet. The work is challenging and requires a strong work ethic, reliability, and determination.

For individuals who are willing to put in the effort, this position provides a rewarding career path and the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience while working toward becoming a licensed plumber. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a long-term trade career and is prepared to work hard to earn the skills, knowledge, and credentials that come with it.

What We're Looking For

• Hardworking with a strong work ethic
• Team player who takes pride in their work
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Physically capable of performing strenuous manual labor and lifting heavy materials
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

No prior plumbing experience is required but would be helpful. We will provide hands-on training for the right individual.