Tradesman Plumber - W2, Paid Training!
Company
West Shore Home
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
25–28 an hour
Posted
7 days ago
Via
Indeed
Job Description
As a Texas Tradesman Plumber on our Houston team, you will join us on our mission of Bringing Happiness to Every Home™ by supporting our Installation teams in delivering five-star shower installation and bath remodel experiences to our customers. You will report directly to our Director of Installation and work under the supervision of the branch’s Responsible Master Plumber.
Why Work at West Shore Home?
We are on a mission to do something that has never been done before – to build the first nationwide home remodeling brand. That requires a high level of imagination, commitment, and determination from people who take extreme ownership of their circumstances. We are proud that our commitment to culture has earned us the 2025 Top Workplaces USA award as one of the nation’s top employers, as well as distinct recognition in the following categories: Leadership, Purpose & Values, and Compensation & Benefits.
We’ve got you covered with:
• Full-time, year-round W2 employment with a generous benefits package including insurances, Paid Time Off, 401k with company match
• Unlimited overtime opportunities that pay up to DOUBLE your normal wage
• World-class training programs that promote continuous improvement and a pre-defined career glidepath to level up your career
• Company-provided tools and equipment
• A vehicle, gas, and drive time covered by West Shore Home
What You’ll Contribute
In this role, you can expect to:
• Provide direct support to the Master Plumber at your local branch while successfully logging hours working underneath their license until you reach the threshold to obtain your own plumbing license
• Support your branch’s Master Plumber when they respond to plumbing emergencies within normal business hours, as well as with daily on-site installation inspections
• Support the Installation Manager and the team of Installers by educating and training proper plumbing techniques
• Research and study all applicable plumbing and building codes within the territory of your branch, in addition to emerging plumbing products and techniques
• Understand the West Shore Home installation method to support the local installation team, as needed
• Complete service calls, provide plumbing support, conduct job site inspections, and other duties as assigned by your Master Plumber
• Complete ongoing education courses and training classes provided by West Shore Home
What It Takes to Succeed
At West Shore Home, we are Default Aggressive towards our goals and take Extreme Ownership of our results. We’ll provide you with the training and tools to set you up for success, and we hope that you’ll bring:
• Lead installer or higher level within WSH and six months of employment without disciplinary action OR 500 hours logged under an active plumbing license with the ability to complete the remaining OJT hours working for WSH
• A passion for using your plumbing expertise to develop the skills of those around you
• A proven record of superior workmanship
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background investigation and drug screening
• Strong attention to detail
• Valid Driver’s License
More to Know
• Schedule: Non-exempt role with standard hours Monday – Friday 6:30AM – end times may vary
• Location: Houston, TX
• Seniority Level: Associate
Our Growth Story
What started as a local window & door replacement company in a small Pennsylvania suburb has grown into a technology-enabled home improvement powerhouse with over 2,500 employees across 16+ states. With continued national expansion plans, we have committed ourselves to staying true to our roots with a customer-first mindset and an employee-centric culture. While we come from different backgrounds and experiences, we are aligned by our values and are driven by a common goal – becoming America’s Most Admired Home Remodeling Brand®.
We operate at our best when every employee works to achieve their individual potential. To facilitate this, West Shore Home actively invests in our people by providing the structure and support to challenge you as you grow professionally and offering tools to achieve personal satisfaction. If you are looking to unlock your potential and find out what you are truly capable of, there is no better place to do so.
#RHPC
It is the policy of West Shore Home to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.
Why Work at West Shore Home?
We are on a mission to do something that has never been done before – to build the first nationwide home remodeling brand. That requires a high level of imagination, commitment, and determination from people who take extreme ownership of their circumstances. We are proud that our commitment to culture has earned us the 2025 Top Workplaces USA award as one of the nation’s top employers, as well as distinct recognition in the following categories: Leadership, Purpose & Values, and Compensation & Benefits.
We’ve got you covered with:
• Full-time, year-round W2 employment with a generous benefits package including insurances, Paid Time Off, 401k with company match
• Unlimited overtime opportunities that pay up to DOUBLE your normal wage
• World-class training programs that promote continuous improvement and a pre-defined career glidepath to level up your career
• Company-provided tools and equipment
• A vehicle, gas, and drive time covered by West Shore Home
What You’ll Contribute
In this role, you can expect to:
• Provide direct support to the Master Plumber at your local branch while successfully logging hours working underneath their license until you reach the threshold to obtain your own plumbing license
• Support your branch’s Master Plumber when they respond to plumbing emergencies within normal business hours, as well as with daily on-site installation inspections
• Support the Installation Manager and the team of Installers by educating and training proper plumbing techniques
• Research and study all applicable plumbing and building codes within the territory of your branch, in addition to emerging plumbing products and techniques
• Understand the West Shore Home installation method to support the local installation team, as needed
• Complete service calls, provide plumbing support, conduct job site inspections, and other duties as assigned by your Master Plumber
• Complete ongoing education courses and training classes provided by West Shore Home
What It Takes to Succeed
At West Shore Home, we are Default Aggressive towards our goals and take Extreme Ownership of our results. We’ll provide you with the training and tools to set you up for success, and we hope that you’ll bring:
• Lead installer or higher level within WSH and six months of employment without disciplinary action OR 500 hours logged under an active plumbing license with the ability to complete the remaining OJT hours working for WSH
• A passion for using your plumbing expertise to develop the skills of those around you
• A proven record of superior workmanship
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background investigation and drug screening
• Strong attention to detail
• Valid Driver’s License
More to Know
• Schedule: Non-exempt role with standard hours Monday – Friday 6:30AM – end times may vary
• Location: Houston, TX
• Seniority Level: Associate
Our Growth Story
What started as a local window & door replacement company in a small Pennsylvania suburb has grown into a technology-enabled home improvement powerhouse with over 2,500 employees across 16+ states. With continued national expansion plans, we have committed ourselves to staying true to our roots with a customer-first mindset and an employee-centric culture. While we come from different backgrounds and experiences, we are aligned by our values and are driven by a common goal – becoming America’s Most Admired Home Remodeling Brand®.
We operate at our best when every employee works to achieve their individual potential. To facilitate this, West Shore Home actively invests in our people by providing the structure and support to challenge you as you grow professionally and offering tools to achieve personal satisfaction. If you are looking to unlock your potential and find out what you are truly capable of, there is no better place to do so.
#RHPC
It is the policy of West Shore Home to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.
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