Build-A-Plumber - Charlotte

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Overview:

Does the thought of a cubicle job make you cringe? Not afraid to get your hands dirty? Are you good with people?

If you just said yes to all of the above, you might be our next Build-A-Plumber candidate!

What is Build-A-Plumber? It’s a fun name for a fun plumbing program!

Basically, you’ll be training to become a Drain Technician for Morris-Jenkins.

You don’t need any plumbing experience, and we’ll even pay you during training (starting at $18/hr through training).

Classes begin April 27, 2026!!

Your Role In Build-A-Plumber:

• You’ll participate in classes and labs. When you join Build-A-Plumber, you’ll have some time in the classroom, time in our state-of-the-art lab, and time riding along with current technicians to actual appointments. 
• You’ll go from no Plumbing experience to a Plumbing pro! Our Build-A-Plumber trainees come from all kinds of backgrounds. Your background is part of who you are today, but it doesn’t have to dictate who you’re gonna be tomorrow. If you wanna be a plumbing technician, put in the effort and we can help you become one of the best!
• You’ll graduate and become a full-time Drain Technician. 
• You’ll make good money. Morris-Jenkins offers compensation far beyond most other companies. After you graduate from class, we’ll give you a raise! Many of our Build-A-Plumber graduates are now making more than $100k a year.

Some Other Cool Perks:

• At Morris-Jenkins, you’ll get generous paid time off, plus 8 paid holidays. 
• You'll get a company vehicle, gas card, free uniforms, and even a free laundry service!
• You'll get hands-on training in a state-of-the-art lab under the guidance of the best instructors, and you'll even have opportunities to shadow current plumbers on real service calls!
• Build-A-Plumber is the first step in your new plumbing career. You’ll learn so many cool skills, you’ll make amazing friends, and you’ll have a work experience like no other!

Our next class starts on April 27, 2026!! This is a great career opportunity, so spots fill up quick! What are you waiting for?

Still not sure if Build-a-Plumber is right for you?

• Career changes can be scary. We get it! That's why we talked to some of our recent Build-a-Plumber graduates to get their thoughts on the program. Check out the article here: https://morrisjenkins.com/blog/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-build-a-plumber-trainee and click here to see our video on what our training looks like Be A Plumber !

Responsibilities:

As a Plumbing Trainee, you’ll:

• You’ll provide excellent customer service while properly addressing customer concerns.
• You’ll perform light plumbing duties, such as installing a garbage disposal or faucets.
• You’ll clear drains from bathtubs, showers, and/or whole home sewer mains.

You'll Make Money... a Lot of Money

• Plumbing is one of the highest paid trades in America! Not only that, but pay for plumbers is more consistent than pay for HVAC technicians, and the room for growth is even better! We have the best plumbers around, and we have the best pay around! Our Drain Techs can expect to make around $56,000 in their first year. 

A Job You Can Be Proud Of

• Morris-Jenkins is working on changing the view people have on tradesmen, and you could be a part of that! Being a plumber is something you can be proud of. Sewage leaks can lead to disease, and Carbon monoxide (CO) leaks can kill entire families without warning. As a plumber, you can detect these leaks before the damage is done—you can save lives.

All About YOU

• You’re not afraid of things. Spiders, snakes, dirt, tight spaces, heights… These are just some of the challenges our technicians face! This isn’t for the faint of heart.
• You’re competitive. You want a career with endless achievement opportunities. You set your personal bar high and you put your all into every project you do. There’s so much room for growth here—you’re gonna love it!
• You’re good with your hands. You wouldn’t be happy at a desk all the time. You need a job that lets you play with tools and interesting equipment! You want a career that involves puzzles and problem-solving.
• You’re good at m