Becoming a plumber typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The plumbing industry in Hutchinson, KS, employs approximately 379 plumbers, with median wages around $800 per week. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032, offering strong earning potential—often exceeding $80,000 annually for experienced professionals. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a stable and lucrative career in the plumbing trade.
Our company is a top performer in our trades. We offer unmatched service and professionalism to all our customers. This has allowed the company to grow tenfold in the last 20 years. We know that our employees are the most valuable assets we have, and we treat them very well. We supply our technicians with fully stocked newer model service trucks. In addition to having nice vehicles to work out of every day, we also have all the latest tools and equipment. Our company knows your job is easier with the right equipment Eck Services is growing! Our Company is in search of self-motivated Plumbers. If you have a strong knowledge base, enjoy your trade, have strong communication skills, and are a team player, we want you on our team! The Role: We’re looking for exceptional technicians to deliver the most efficient, professional quality customer experiences in residential and commercial plumbing repair and installation with honesty and integrity. As a Plumbing Technician, you will work as part of a dynamic and passionate team of professionals to demonstrate technical competency and ensure desired sales metrics. You will diagnose and repair plumbing issues and lead customers to informed and confident buying decisions. Responsibilities: • Complete plumbing and other related in-home and commercial service calls. • Know how to establish customer rapport to sell the right products and services. • Educate and assist customers in choosing the best finance options and maintenance plans. • Understand your sales criteria and hold yourself accountable for exceeding revenue goals. • Show yourself as professional and knowledgeable to win new referrals and repeat business. • Work alongside customer service representatives and dispatch team members to ensure overall success of the business. • Maintain a clean, organized job site and well inventoried truck. • Participate actively in all training exercises, morning meetings, and retreats. • Train and mentor apprentices to ensure quick, accurate repairs and installations. • Be accurate and timely with invoices, time cards, and option sheets. Some of the benefits offered at Eck Services are: • Top Pay • Bonus/Commission Opportunities • $10 for every 5-Star review the technician gets • $200 boot/jean allowance every year • $200 to donate to technician’s Charity of choice each year • $150 book/testing allowance for Master’s testing • $1,000 recruiting bonus for new technicians - $1,000 each consecutive year of employment • $500 tool allowance per year • Performance-based pay (Extra $ for just doing your job!) • Medical Insurance with a low deductible • Dental Insurance with a low deductible • 401-K with Company Match • $50 per month cell phone allowance • Company supplied iPad • Holiday Pay – 7 days • Vacation Pay – up to 4 weeks! • Paid Training • We promote from within our current employee base – Room for growth • Guaranteed 40 hours per week year-round • Company Vehicle to take home • Monthly company-wide safety and communication meetings • Bi-weekly training meetings • Training units set up in our shop for hands-on training • $200 yearly Community involvement • We give away large prize packages for employees’ 5, 10, and 15-year marks • We give away Yeti coolers, gift cards, cash, spa days, and much more for the most customer reviews. • We pay commission for leads that the technicians bring back to office. • We offer a healthy work/life balance because we know family is the most important. Come grow with us. Pay will be based on experience! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Compensation Package: • Bonus opportunities • Commission pay Schedule: • Monday to Friday Application Question(s): • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law. Experience: • Plumbing: 2 years (Preferred) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) • Journeyman License (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Eck Services is growing in Hutchinson. Our Company is in search of self-motivated Plumbing Apprentices. If you have a strong knowledge base, enjoy your trade, have strong communication skills, and are a team player, we want you on our team! Our company is a top performer in our trades. We offer unmatched service and professionalism to all our customers. This has allowed the company to grow tenfold in the last 20 years. We know that our employees are the most valuable assets we have, and we treat them very well. We supply our technicians with fully stocked newer model service trucks. In addition to having nice vehicles to work out of every day, we also have all the latest tools and equipment. Our company knows your job is easier with the right equipment. Compensation: $16.00 per hour Essential duties & responsibilities: • Complete plumbing repairs, maintenance, installations, and other related in-home service calls for both commercial and residential customers. Diagnose and repair of electronic, mechanical, and electrical components of these systems. • Know how to establish customer rapport to sell the right products and services. • Educate and assist customers in choosing the best finance options and maintenance plans. • Understand your sales criteria and hold yourself accountable for exceeding revenue goals. • Show yourself as professional and knowledgeable to win new referrals and repeat business. • Work alongside customer service representatives and dispatch team members to ensure overall success of the business. • Maintain a clean, organized job site and well-inventoried truck. • Participate actively in all training exercises, morning meetings, and retreats. • Train and mentor apprentices to ensure quick, accurate repairs and installations. • Be accurate and timely with invoices, time cards, and option sheets. Skills you bring for success: • High School Diploma or equivalent (required) • Must be 18 years of age • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written • Valid Driver’s License • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must be able to sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, hear, listen, talk, lift, have manual dexterity, and/or maneuver up to 50 pounds, type, and write. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The potential benefits of joining our Team: • Health, Dental, Vision, & Life, Disability insurance, and 401K match (full-time) • Employee discount on HVAC, Plumbing, Sewer, and Electrical Services • Paid Vacation time (full-time) • Referral program All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $16.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • Monday to Friday Application Question(s): • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law. Experience: • Plumbing: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: • Driver's License (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>About the Job In this critical role, you will be responsible for maintaining thousands of miles of fuel and water lines essential to daily operations. As a specialist, you will work closely with other teams to ensure seamless execution and upholding the highest environmental standards.
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