Apprentice Plumber

Who we Are 

Oncourse Home Solutions, also operated as American Water Resources, is a trusted home protection provider helping homeowners across the country protect what matters most. We are a $500 million organization backed by private equity firm Apax Partners, serving 2 million customers across 43 states. We partner with 13+ utilities and municipalities (and growing!) to provide customized solutions tailored to any community - delivering real value where people live.  We help homeowners protect the essential systems that keep their homes running - from HVAC, appliances, and electrical to water, sewer, gas lines, and more - so they can avoid the stress and financial impact of unexpected repairs. Our work helps homeowners stay safe, comfortable, and confident in their homes every day. 

At Oncourse, our people are what makes that possible. We call ourselves SUPERs -  Successful, United, Progressive, Empathetic, and Reliable - because that’s how we show up for our customers and for each other. We invest in our employees through competitive benefits, an inclusive culture, and employee-led resource groups that strengthen connection, community, and belonging across the company. 

As an equal opportunity employer, our employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, parental status, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Oncourse Home Solutions is committed to recruiting and retaining talented applicants and to providing all employees with a workplace free from discrimination and/or harassment.  

Position Summary

The Plumbing Apprentice is responsible for performing a wide range of plumbing-related tasks to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of building systems. This role focuses on both scheduled maintenance and urgent response to plumbing issues, including leaks, blockages, and component failures.

Duties to include, but not limited to, all types of plumbing repairs, minor steam line repairs and re-routing, natural gas pipe repairs and re-routing, storm and sewage line maintenance and repairs and preventative maintenance. 

This position requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work independently or as part of a team, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer service.

While our headquarters is in Naperville, this role is field based in Illinois and requires regular travel to customer home locations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Continuously provide the customer with the highest levels of customer service. 
• Tests for gas leaks in existing or new installations. 
• Provide emergency repairs to leaking, loose, clogged, or plumbing components in disrepair. 
• Duties to include, but not limited to, all types of plumbing repairs, minor steam line repairs and re-routing, natural gas pipe repairs and re-routing, storm and sewage line maintenance and repairs and preventative maintenance. 
• Perform plumbing repairs and plumbing upgrades that include sinks, faucets, radiator valves, and traps, toilets, bathtubs, drain lines, water supply lines, and natural gas line risers. 
• Installs and maintains appliances such as hot water heaters, pumps, sump, and sewage pumps and ejectors. 
• Requisitions materials and supplies using in-house procedures as needed. 
• Lays out, installs, repairs, or maintains pipelines for water, gas, or compressed air. 
• Must be able to cycle count inventory upon procurement’s request. 
• Maintain expected productivity, quality and safety metrics as outlined by the PHS Field Operations Department 

We're Excited if This is You

Experience and Qualifications of the Role:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience on plumbing license. 
• Valid driver's license. 
  
  

Computer Skills Needed to Perform the Job 

• Preferred ability to operate iPad  

Education

High School, GED, must continue education of Plumbing through classes the company requests attendance

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Hold a current Apprentices License for applicable state

We offer a compelling total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits to support your total well being.  The base pay range for this position is $27.78 - $40.86 hourly. The specific pay offered will depend on qualifications, experience, education and skill set. The compensation offered may also include an annual performance-based bonus, sales incentive plan or commission target.   

Our benefits include, but are not limited to, healthcare, life insurance, paid time off, retirement, commuter benefits, and education reimbursement. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Join our SUPER Team and Enjoy Amazing Benefits!

• Competitive Compensation: We value your hard work and are proud of our competitive pay for performance philosophy.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options, plus paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) Plan with 4% Company Match: Secure your future with our robust retirement plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and relax.
• Education Assistance Program: Invest in your growth and development with our support.
• FSA/HSA Options: Flexible spending and health savings accounts to manage your transportation and dependent care expenses.
• Employee Wellness: Access to EAP, health, legal, and financial resources to support your overall well-being.
• Vibrant Company Culture: Monthly Townhalls, employee recognition programs, and Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs) to keep you engaged and connected.

Competencies

Action Oriented - Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things that he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others. 

Approachability: Is easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra effort to put others at ease; can be warm, pleasant, and gracious; is sensitive to and patient with the interpersonal anxieties of others; builds rapport well; is a good listener; is an early knower, getting informal and incomplete information in time to do something about it. 

Customer Focus - Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets firsthand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. 

Drive for Results - Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.  

Integrity and Trust - Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain.  

Learning on the Fly - Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.  

Communicate Effectively - Is able to clearly and succinctly communicate verbally and in writing in a variety of settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.