Residential Plumbing Apprentice

 Residential Plumbing Apprentice
Ostrom | Roanoke, VA | Full-Time

Start a trade that can't be outsourced.

Every home in the Roanoke Valley needs a plumber, and the demand isn't slowing down. Ostrom is looking for a Plumbing Apprentice who wants to learn the trade from the ground up, get paid while doing it, and build toward a license and a truck of their own. No experience needed. We'll teach you everything, side by side with plumbers who've been doing this for years.

What You'll Do

• Work alongside lead plumbers on service calls, installs, and repairs: water heaters, fixtures, and copper, PEX, and PVC piping
• Learn to track down leaks, low water pressure, and drainage problems like a pro
• Get hands-on with the tools of the trade, including pipe threaders, soldering and brazing equipment, and diagnostic tools
• Keep your truck stocked, clean, and ready to roll
• Protect every customer's home with drop cloths and shoe covers, and leave it spotless
• Represent Ostrom with courtesy and respect in every home you walk into
• Follow all safety protocols, OSHA standards, and local plumbing codes

What You Bring

• A strong work ethic and the drive to become a licensed plumber
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with hand and power tools
• Clear, friendly communication with customers and teammates
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and work in crawl spaces, basements, and all kinds of weather
• Prior plumbing, construction, or hands-on experience is a plus, but not required
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license, insurable driving record, and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

Why Ostrom
Ostrom has served the Roanoke Valley for decades across electrical, plumbing, heating, and air. When you join us, you're not just filling a spot on a crew. You're starting a career, with a clear path toward your plumbing license and your own truck.

• Full-time, year-round work
• Paid on-the-job training and hands-on mentorship
• A clear path to advance into a lead technician role
• Competitive health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company-provided uniforms and major tool assistance

If you want a career with real demand and real growth, we want to hear from you.