Becoming a plumber in Vancouver, WA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 736,000 plumbers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550, equivalent to $1,183 per week. In Vancouver, WA, apprentices earn an average of $1,109 per week, with experienced plumbers often earning over $1,430 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Are you an Oregon or Washington Journeyman Plumber looking for rewarding work with competitive pay? Want a balanced work and personal life? Join the team at the Kruse Plumbing Vancouver location and start the next step of your new construction plumbing career! Between our Vancouver and Gladstone locations, we specialize in new construction plumbing and repair service plumbing provide you with your own company vehicle. Work on exciting, long-term commercial housing projects all across the Greater Portland Metro area and be home every night -Say goodbye to tiring days of extended travel just to rest in a hotel at night. We offer excellent benefits to all employees: 401k with 3% match, PTO package, 100% employer-paid health insurance, and more!! Grow within the role, enjoy a flexible schedule, and receive support from management and the team. Overtime opportunities available. Increase your earnings with additional certifications and licenses, too! If you feel this role could be a great next step for you in furthering your career, apply today or call us at (360) 573-4337 or (971)888-4881. Responsibilities • Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers. • Collaborate effectively with office team. • Ensure high-quality workmanship on new construction plumbing jobs. • Prioritize safety throughout tasks. • Maintain equipment, tools & personal company vehicle. • Demonstrate efficient independent work and time management. Qualifications • Must have current Oregon OR Washington Plumbing License - Both is a huge plus • Current driver's license; must be insurable • Dedicated to delivering exceptional 5 Star Customer Service • Excellent communication skills; verbal and written • Demonstrates pride in workmanship and personal company vehicle • Comfortable with technology, including smartphones/tablets, GPS and email • Capable of working in tight spaces and comfortable with ladders/lifts • Be able to lift/carry 50 pounds • Legally authorized to work in the United States Kruse Plumbing, a subsidiary of Lovett, Inc. in Portland, OR, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Your Right to Work: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
See More Details >>Are you respected as the skilled plumber you are, Or do you feel more like an abused tool that’s easily replaced? You strive to care for your customers, not because someone told you to, but because it’s who you are. You are proud of the work you do, and you enjoy making a difference. What you don’t enjoy is being told you aren’t working hard enough. You hate pushing customers to spend money on work they don’t want or need. And you really hate giving up time with your family. You’ve invested a lot in becoming a dedicated and conscientious plumber, and we want to invest in you so you can thrive. Apollo Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling is a 40-year-old company built on the simple idea that people achieve their full potential in a family where they are appreciated, respected, and supported. We provide an organized and structured environment where you can focus on using your skills to help people while making a lot of money. If this sounds like the kind of place where you’d like to work, we’d love to talk with you. However, we are probably not a good fit if you are looking for a place to do your own thing and make up your own rules. We want your best effort and are willing to invest in you to encourage you to be even better. You’ll receive great pay, ongoing training, full benefits, a company vehicle and tools, generous time off, and, most importantly, respect. Oh, and really great pay! ARE YOU A FIT? This is what our perfect candidate looks like: • You work hard • You love working with a team • You’re tech savvy • You can diagnose a problem and recommend a solution • You love to serve others • You love to challenge yourself • You want to learn, and even be cross-trained • You understand the importance of providing a great customer experience As an equal opportunity employer, candidates will receive consideration without discrimination. • **WE APPRECIATE AND VALUE VETERANS and what they can bring to our team*** We’re looking for tech savvy residential and commercial service plumbers that value a good customer experience. Our plumbers diagnose and determine service needs, quote prices and perform necessary repairs. Plumbers must be able to interact effectively with customers and team members equally. We need plumbers that have experience servicing, troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing and installing plumbing systems and fixtures. Ideal candidates have experience with basic repairs, understand local plumbing codes, and have the ability to properly diagnose various plumbing problems. Also looking for plumbers that have experience with full-line water service replacements, as well as full-house repipes. We’re looking for team members that put safety as their highest priority. JOB DUTIES: • We operate service and installation teams, so your duties will include installing, maintaining and repairing plumbing systems and fixtures. • Inspect and test plumbing systems for safety, functionality and code compliance. • Stay in contact with your team to ensure service requests are completed efficiently. Plumber Journeyman JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Valid Oregon or Washington Journeyman card • Good driving record • Drive to learn more and stay current with plumbing trends • Clean, neat appearance and well-groomed. • You must be able to up-sell various products and services • Must be dependable and honest • Experience with installation and service • Must be reliable • Must be customer-service oriented and motivated • Requires physical labor on a daily basis, in various weather conditions • Must be able to work in enclosed spaces and doing a significant amount of crawling and standing • Must be comfortable talking with customers (homeowners) and professionally educating them on their repair/replacement options • Must be capable and able of completing invoices digitally in a timely and accurate manner • Maintain the equipment and inventory in your truck for maximum efficiency • Must be able to interact with customers and co-workers on a professional level • Must be able to track and keep informed of a clients changing needs and requests • Ability to work independently • Must be able to pass a drug test • Exhibit professional conduct at all times, whether at a job site or while driving company vehicles. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? We offer competitive pay and benefits, including • Health / Dental / Vision — 100% premiums paid for employee and family! • STD / LTD – 100% employer paid • $10k Life Insurance – 100% employer paid • 401k matching program • Paid holidays • 3 weeks Paid PTO • Birthday off with pay • Paid license renewal and CE classes • We have annual company parties, including summer & Christmas • Performance pay for various KPIs • Employee referral bonus program In addition, we provide all our plumbers with fully-stocked vans (with Milwaukee tools!) that they take home each day. We also provide sharp-looking uniforms to go with our sharp-looking vans! WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Come join us and become a part of our team. Job Type: Full-time Salary: From $100,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Schedule: • Day shift License/Certification: • Journeyman Plumber license (Required) • Driver’s License (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Residential Plumber $40.00 - 50.00 per hour Vancouver, WA (Clark County) Looking to join a company that values its people and progress? Come check out Invest West! We are a thriving property management company committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients while fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment for our team members. We are looking for our next skilled Residential Plumber to join our maintenance team. Click on our job description to see what we truly have to offer and what you need to become the next member of our team! Why You'll Love Working With Us: ✔ 100% Employer-Paid Health & Dental Premiums ✔ 3 Weeks of PTO Annually ✔ Growth Opportunities ✔ Collaborative, Team-Oriented Environment Why You'll Love This Role: ✅ 100% Employer-Paid Health & Dental Premiums - We cover it all! ✅ Generous PTO - 3 Weeks Annually + Federal Holidays Off & Paid for work-life balance ✅ Career Growth - 100% Employer-Paid Education Assistance for approved courses, plus opportunities for professional development ✅ Supportive Team Culture - Work with experienced professionals in a collaborative setting What You'll Do: As a Residential Plumber, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and improving the plumbing systems in our managed properties. If you're a skilled professional with a passion for problem-solving and quality workmanship, this position is for you! Install, repair, and maintain residential plumbing systems Troubleshoot leaks, clogged drains, and other plumbing issues Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance Work with tenants and property managers to resolve plumbing concerns Ensure compliance with local plumbing codes and regulations What We're Looking For: ✔ 2+ years of residential plumbing experience ✔ Washington State PL02 plumbing license (required) ✔ Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (required) ✔ Strong troubleshooting skills & attention to detail ✔ Ability to work independently & as part of a team ✔ Excellent customer service & communication skills Ready to take your plumbing career to the next level? Apply today and join a company that truly invests in its people!
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