Plumber Apprentice
Water Treatment Equipment Co · Dixon, IL · 2 wk ago
Management$20–$24/hrFull-time
Responsive recruiter Are you mechanically inclined, enjoy working with your hands, and want to learn a skilled trade with long-term earning potential? This is a Water Treatment Service Technician position, not a traditional plumbing apprenticeship. You will not work under a licensed plumber or earn plumbing apprenticeship hours. Instead, you will complete a 7 week hands on training program that combines classroom learning, shop time, and field training. By the end of the program, you will have the skills and confidence to successfully install water softeners, filtration systems, and other water treatment equipment in customers’ homes, along with a clear career path for continued growth and advancement. What We Offer As a Culligan Service Technician, you’ll have the opportunity to watch both your career and earnings potential take off. Why Choose Culligan? Big company with a small-company feelHourly wage + commissions + lead feesEarn up to a $2,000 sign-on and retention bonusMonthly bonus opportunitiesFull benefits package after the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment (includes United HealthCare Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Match, Paid Vacation & Holidays) Our Benefits Include 401(k) plans with company matchCompany-paid portion of Medical Insurance; Dental & Vision Insurance AvailableCompany-paid Life Insurance (optional buy-up available)Flexible Spending ProgramsFlexible schedulingPerks: Employee discounts, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursementGenerous cash bonus for employee and client referralsPaid Time OffProfessional development assistanceOpportunities for advancementComprehensive Onboarding Program Requirements We are looking for candidates who: Enjoy working with their hands, problem solving and working with customersAre naturally handy or mechanically inclinedComfortable working physically and in tight spacesPlumbing/mechanical experience is preferred but not required Do not need a college degreeCan lift 80 lbsHave a valid driver’s license and a clean driving recordAbility to pass a background check and drug screening Schedule Options We Offer Flexibility To Fit Your Lifestyle 8-hour shift, 5 days per weekMonday–Friday or Tuesday–SaturdayOptional 10-hour shifts, 4 days per weekVariable start times availableOn-call rotationOvertime available PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (A Day In The Life) You will be working daily in customers' homes and businesses: Install new water treatment systemsAnalyze and diagnose customer water quality issuesRepair water conditioning, drinking water, and related equipmentEducate customers on system use and careManage service documentationPartner with Sales and Customer Service to ensure exceptional serviceSafely operate a company vehicle. Use power tools, hand tools, pipe fittings, and other equipment to install and service water treatment systemsUse plumbing training to support daily work About Us U.S. Water Culligan Group is one of the largest Culligan franchisees in North America, serving families and businesses with industry-leading water conditioning equipment across 13 locations. Culligan is a global leader in water quality solutions with: 90 years of innovation and product excellenceThe Good Housekeeping SealConsumer Digest “Best Buy” ratingsThe iconic “Hey Culligan Man!” recognitionIndustry-leading training, service, and support This is your opportunity to work in a respected trade, represent a trusted brand, develop valuable hands on technical skills, and build a stable, high earning career in a growing industry. Your application goes directly to the local U.S. Water Culligan Group hiring team responsible for making the hiring decision. Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour About Culligan Great tasting water. Brighter future. Bigger job opportunities. Culligan is making a real difference in the lives of people all over the world by providing better, cleaner water through our suite of innovative products and exceptional customer service. Join the Culligan team. Apply for a job now. Culligan provides healthy, delicious water for our customers in their homes, offices, businesses, and industrial facilities around the world. Our complete line of water softeners, water filtration systems, commercial and industrial water treatment solutions, drinking water systems, whole-house filtration systems and bottled water delivery options set the standard in the water treatment industry. This location is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the owner, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this location. All inquiries about employment at this location should be made directly to the location owner, and not to Culligan Corporate.