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John Shelton Plumbing Careers

Join a family-owned plumbing company that values craftsmanship, training, teamwork, and dependable service.

John Shelton Plumbing careers offer opportunities for apprentices, experienced plumbers, sewer technicians, project coordinators, office professionals, and support team members who want to grow within the skilled trades.

Since 1983, our company has served the Alle-Kiski Valley through honest work and strong customer relationships. We look for dependable people who communicate clearly, take pride in their work, and want to build long-term skills alongside an experienced local team.

Training & Growth Apprenticeship pathways, hands-on mentoring, and opportunities to advance into specialized plumbing roles.
Modern Field Experience Work with current diagnostic, trenchless, sewer, drain, water-line, and plumbing service equipment.
Respectful Team Culture Join a family-owned company built around accountability, communication, craftsmanship, and mutual respect.
John Shelton Plumbing service van traveling through an Alle-Kiski Valley neighborhood
Join a Family-Owned Company Build Skills That Last

Who We Hire

John Shelton Plumbing hires dependable people who care about craftsmanship, customer service, safety, and continued growth. Opportunities may be available for experienced professionals as well as people who are ready to begin a career in the skilled trades.

  • Apprentices with entry-level training provided
  • Journeyman plumbers
  • Master plumbers and trenchless specialists
  • Field technicians for sewer cameras, hydro jetting, and pipe lining
  • Project coordinators and operations staff
  • Administrative and office support professionals

Why Join John Shelton Plumbing?

  • Family-owned stability: More than 40 years serving local homeowners, businesses, and property owners.
  • Training and growth: Apprenticeship pathways, hands-on trenchless technology training, and opportunities to advance into specialized roles.
  • Tools and technology: Work with modern equipment, including sewer cameras, hydro jetters, locating systems, and trenchless pipe lining equipment.
  • Competitive pay and benefits: Clear pay ranges, overtime opportunities, and benefits for qualifying positions. Specific details are reviewed during the interview process.
  • Respectful team culture: We prioritize workplace safety, clear communication, accountability, and treating customers and coworkers with respect.
  • Honesty and integrity: These values extend from ownership throughout the entire Shelton Plumbing team. We strive to treat customers, coworkers, and community members the way we would want to be treated.

What We Look For

We hire people with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. Technical experience is important for advanced positions. However, we also value coachability, reliability, attention to detail, and professional communication—especially in field roles that interact directly with customers.

Typical Job Duties

  • Diagnose, repair, and install residential and commercial plumbing systems
  • Use diagnostic equipment such as sewer cameras and electronic line locators
  • Perform trenchless repairs, hydro jetting, and general plumbing service
  • Complete accurate job notes, photographs, and project documentation
  • Communicate professionally and respectfully with customers on site
  • Follow company procedures, safety practices, and applicable plumbing codes

Current Openings & Job Descriptions

We are currently accepting applications for the following positions. Review the job descriptions below, then use the secure application form on this page to tell us which role interests you.

How to Apply

Use the secure form below to tell us about yourself. Include the position that interests you, relevant experience, employment history, and the best way to reach you. We review every submission and contact qualified applicants as positions become available.

We are always open to meeting dependable, hard-working people who want to learn, contribute, and grow within the skilled trades.

Questions about a position? Call 724-335-7177 or email info@johnsheltonplumbing.com .

What to Expect After You Apply

  1. We review your application and confirm receipt.
  2. When your experience matches a current need, we schedule an initial phone conversation.
  3. Qualified candidates may be invited to an in-person interview and position-appropriate skill review.
  4. Selected candidates receive additional information about compensation, scheduling, benefits, onboarding, and a potential start date.

Equal Opportunity Employer

John Shelton Plumbing is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining an inclusive, professional, and safe workplace.

John Shelton Plumbing Careers — FAQs

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Does Shelton Plumbing train apprentices in-house?

Yes. Our apprentices learn directly from experienced journeymen and master plumbers in the field. This hands-on mentoring helps maintain our quality standards while preparing the next generation of skilled plumbers in the Alle-Kiski Valley.
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Do I need plumbing experience to apply?

Not for every position. Experience is required for journeyman and master plumber roles. However, entry-level apprentice positions place greater emphasis on work ethic, reliability, coachability, and a willingness to learn.
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What types of positions are you hiring for?

Our primary openings currently include Experienced Plumbers and Plumbing Apprentices. We may also keep applications on file for sewer and trenchless specialists, project coordinators, operations personnel, customer support representatives, and office roles.
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Do you offer benefits for full-time employees?

Benefits are available for qualifying full-time positions. Specific information about compensation, scheduling, overtime, and benefits is reviewed during the interview and offer process.