General Manager In Training

At Discount Plumbing, we’re offering a unique opportunity for a driven leader to develop alongside a top-performing General Manager and gain hands-on experience running a successful trades business before stepping into a General Manager role of your own.You’ll start by owning a department within one of our most successful brands, where you’ll gain hands-on experience in managing operations, driving financial results, and leading people.Once ready, you’ll transition into a leadership role at a newly acquired brand, where you’ll play a key role in everything from hiring and team development to financial strategy, operational improvements and long-term growth.What You’ll DoTrain under an experienced General Manager and learn operating playbookTake ownership of a department and lead day-to-day operationsDevelop and execute strategies to drive key performance metricsDeliver a “gold standard” of service through coaching, training, accountability and data-driven decision-makingBuild a high-performance culture that fosters engagement, retention, and team developmentLead efforts to grow the team and create upward mobility through skill development and career pathingManage financial activities including budgeting and forecasting, with full accountability for P&L performanceWhat We’re Looking For3+ years of experience leading teamsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experienceDirect P&L ownership preferred, or strong operational exposurePlaybook-driven leadership style with a bias for actionStrong interpersonal, motivational and communication skillsHigh energy, adaptability, and a proven ability to deliver resultsStrong critical thinking and problem-solving skillsDeep respect for the Skilled Trades or similar people-focused industriesWhat We OfferFull relocation supportComprehensive benefits: medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k) matchingA clear path to General ManagerEntrepreneurial growth within a high-performing national platformOur Core ValuesEmbrace a Growth Mindset - We never stop learning and evolving.Stay Scrappy, Have Fun - Hands-on and committed to enjoying the journey.Improve through Collaboration - Diverse perspectives make us better.Be Fact-Based & Metric-Driven - Data guides our decisions and drives accountability.If you’re a high-performing operator ready to help scale and grow a business, we want to hear from you. Relocation within the Midwest region may be required and we will offer full support based on business needs.3+ years Management/Supervisory experience required (Home Services, Sales Manager, Construction Management, or Military Leadership experience)3+ years’ experience managing revenue, budgeting and/or P&L requiredLeader in current field of workSkilled Trades and/or Residential Services experience a plusStrong communication and organizational skillsAbility to apply critical thinking, risk analysis and develop solutionsSalary & Benefits:General Managers typically earn $80,000 - $100,000 in their first year, with financial upside as the business growsBase Salary + CommissionsFull Medical coverage and many other insurances including Dental, Vision, disability, Life, etc.401K MatchingPTO and Paid HolidaysFinancial:Development and execution of strategy producing revenueImpacts and increases key metrics including conversion percentage, average invoice, PM plansCustomer Satisfaction:Implement systems, training and accountability to be “gold standard” with service and qualityImpact and improve key metrics including NPS, reduction of callbacks. etcEmployee Development:Create culture and systems to teach, train and develop an industry leading staffIncrease and impact employee retention at all levels and eNPSImpact and advise succession planning and career progression development programsContinuously seek and apply feedback to build aworld class employment productLeadershipBuilds deep relationships with all level of employees, cross-departmentallyBecomes a positive, respected presence in the local community

Created: 2025-10-04