What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apprentice Plumber position at Quality Plumbing?
Apprentice Plumber
Quality Plumbing - Seattle, WA
$22-$28 per hour | Full-time | Benefits
About the Role
Quality Plumbing is looking for a motivated Apprentice Plumber to join our residential plumbing team in the Seattle area. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build a long-term career in the plumbing trade, learn from experienced plumbers, and be part of a company known for craftsmanship, integrity, and exceptional employee retention.
In this role, you'll work alongside licensed plumbers on high-end residential remodels, service calls, and smaller plumbing projects. You'll gain hands-on experience with water, waste, vent, gas piping, fixtures, tools, job site preparation, and the standards that have helped Quality Plumbing serve the Seattle area since 1978.
This position is ideal for someone who is reliable, hardworking, eager to learn, and serious about becoming a skilled plumber.
Compensation & Benefits
- $22-$28 per hour, based on experience and apprenticeship level
- Quarterly and annual bonuses
- 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- 8 paid holidays
- Steady, full-time work with long-term growth opportunities
- Hands-on training with experienced licensed plumbers
- Supportive team environment with exceptional employee retention
- Clear path to grow into a licensed plumber role
Schedule
- Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- No nights, weekends, or on-call work
Responsibilities
- Assist licensed plumbers with residential remodels, service calls, and smaller plumbing projects
- Help install, repair, and maintain water, waste, vent, fixture, and piping systems
- Prepare tools, materials, and job sites for daily work
- Learn to read plans, understand layouts, and follow project specifications
- Support rough-in and trim plumbing work under the direction of licensed plumbers
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized job sites
- Follow Washington plumbing code, safety practices, and Quality Plumbing standards
- Communicate professionally with team members, clients, and other trades
- Take direction well and show consistent progress in the trade
- Represent the Quality Plumbing standard of care on every project
Qualifications
- Washington plumber trainee certificate or active apprenticeship registration required, or willingness to obtain
- Some plumbing, construction, mechanical, or hands-on trade experience preferred
- Strong interest in building a long-term plumbing career
- Reliable, honest, hardworking, and team-oriented
- Willingness to learn, take direction, and ask good questions
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to doing quality work
- Comfortable working with tools and performing physical labor
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record preferred
- Ability to commute to projects in and around Seattle, preferably north of the city
About Quality Plumbing
Founded in 1978, Quality Plumbing is a well-established plumbing company known for high-end remodels, quality residential plumbing, and exceptional craftsmanship in the Seattle area. While we're proud to be family-owned, our roots run deeper than one family. Our team includes multiple generations from five different families, many of whom have been with us for decades.
Nearly every plumber started here as an apprentice, and with about 23 employees, we take pride in the strong community we've built, one where dedication, skill, and integrity are what matter most.
If you're looking for a place to learn the trade the right way, work with experienced plumbers, and build a lasting career with a team that values people over profit, apply today. At Quality Plumbing, we don't just install plumbing, we build lasting careers.
Equal Opportunity
Quality Plumbing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $22 - $28