Apprentice Plumber/Service Technician

About the role

Open House/Hiring Event! Looking for more than a paycheck? Build a CAREER with Roto-Rooter! Join us Saturday, October 9th, 2026 from 10:00am-1:00pm for immediate interviews! 1501 Railroad street, Corona, Ca 92878. For more information, contact George Gonzalez at george.gonzalez@rrsc.com.

If you are looking for job security, career growth, competitive compensation, flexible schedules, and comprehensive benefits with a reputable national plumbing service provider, Roto-Rooter offers a rewarding opportunity. First year Roto-Rooter service technicians can expect top‑pay, earning $55,000 on average. Pay increases quickly with each year of experience. Roto‑Rooter provides an initial 12 weeks of paid training plus continual training in our plumbing school. You’ll earn while you learn the trade, and we’ll guide you through the plumber licensing process to help you advance.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose plumbing and drain problems and provide cost estimates to close the sale.
• Perform sewer and drain cleaning services for customers utilizing specialized Roto‑Rooter equipment and tools.
• Document estimates and invoices, both in writing and on a provided smartphone.
• Collect monetary payment and move on to the next service call.
• Engage in direct interactions with vulnerable populations, including children and the elderly.
• Conduct extensive driving to customer locations in a timely and professional manner.
• Enter customers’ residences to deliver reliable service while resolving plumbing issues.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A mechanical aptitude is desirable, but prior plumbing experience is not necessary.
• Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Change Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with a Prescription Drug Card
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Training
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Profit Sharing
• Career paths for military veterans and personnel transitioning to civilian professions

Pay

During the initial 12‑week paid training period, service technicians earn an hourly rate of $17.81. After training, the hourly rate is at or above the minimum wage for all hours worked, with potential variation between base pay (minimum wage) and administrative pay (between minimum wage and $70.19). Technicians can earn commissions of 16‑22% of revenue depending on the revenue category, plus product‑sale commissions ranging from $10 to $155. First‑year technicians average $55,000 in total compensation, with pay increasing quickly with experience.