Plumbing Helper

About the role

American Residential Services (ARS) is the nation's largest provider of residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services, employing over 7,000 professionals nationwide. With more than 45 years of experience, ARS delivers trusted home services and career opportunities for individuals looking to grow in the skilled trades. We are hiring Plumbing Helpers to support experienced plumbers with residential plumbing installations, repairs, and underground plumbing work. This is a great opportunity to start a long-term career in the plumbing trade with hands-on training and advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

As a Plumbing Helper, you will assist plumbing technicians with residential plumbing jobs and support the service team in the field. Responsibilities include:

• Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicles in clean, working condition
• Keep job sites organized and assist with clean-up throughout service and installation work
• Assist plumbers with plumbing repairs, plumbing installations, and pipe work under supervision
• Help prepare job sites and materials for plumbing work as directed by supervisors
• Interact professionally with homeowners and city officials when needed
• Support underground plumbing work including digging, trenching, and line repairs
• Perform general labor tasks as needed to support plumbing technicians

This role provides hands-on experience and training with opportunities to grow into a Plumbing Technician or Service Plumber role.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

• Plumbing or drain cleaning experience preferred but not required
• Previous work experience and strong work ethic
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments including digging and lifting equipment
• Solid interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends when needed with minimal supervision

Pay

$20 – $22 per hour

Schedule

Full-time, year-round work

Benefits

• Insurance access after 31 days of employment
• Low-cost medical insurance (starting at ~$5/week)
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Company-paid life insurance