Service Operations Manager, Plumbing

APEX Service Partners$90K — $130K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of leadership experience in field service or skilled trades.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and deliver measurable results.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Experience with operational metrics and process improvements.
  • Exceptional communication and team-building abilities.
  • Plumbing service experience preferred, but not essential.
  • Familiarity with ServiceTitan or similar management platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop plumbing professionals to meet performance goals.
  • Own daily operations by prioritizing tasks and driving execution.
  • Monitor KPIs to enhance revenue, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with leadership and support teams to align operations with business goals.
  • Ensure quality workmanship and efficient job completion.
  • Conduct field audits and job site visits for technician development.
  • Manage customer escalations and resolve service issues promptly.
  • Drive accountability for safety, compliance, and company standards.
  • Support the recruitment and ongoing development of plumbing team members.
  • Build scalable processes to sustain long-term growth.

Benefits

  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Opportunities for career growth in a people-first organization.
  • Company vehicle and technology tools provided.
  • Direct impact on business growth and success.
  • Supportive collaborative leadership team.
Full Job Description
Overview

We're looking for a strong operational leader to oversee and elevate our Plumbing team in the Indianapolis market. If you have experience leading skilled trades professionals, driving performance, and building scalable systems, this is your opportunity to make a major impact. Experience in plumbing service is preferred, but not required. We value proven leadership experience from home services and other field-based industries where accountability, customer experience, and operational excellence are key to success.

 

As the Service Operations Manager, you'll own the day-to-day plumbing operations across the Indianapolis market, ensuring our technicians are productive, supported, and delivering exceptional service. You'll drive scheduling efficiency, team performance, and operational excellence while helping position the business for continued growth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of plumbing professionals to achieve performance goals and deliver outstanding customer service.
  • Own daily field operations by setting priorities, removing obstacles, and driving execution.
  • Monitor and analyze KPIs to improve revenue, profitability, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
  • Partner with leadership, sales, and support teams to align operational execution with business objectives.
  • Ensure quality workmanship, efficient material usage, and timely job completion.
  • Conduct ride-alongs, field audits, and job site visits to support technician development and maintain quality standards.
  • Manage customer escalations and ensure prompt resolution of service concerns.
  • Drive accountability around safety, compliance, permitting, and company standards.
  • Support recruiting, onboarding, and ongoing development of plumbing team members.
  • Help build scalable processes and procedures that support long-term growth.
What You Bring
  • 3+ years of leadership experience in field service, skilled trades, operations, sales, or related industries.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, drive accountability, and deliver measurable performance results.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience managing operational metrics and implementing process improvements.
  • Exceptional communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
  • Plumbing service experience preferred, but not required.
  • Experience within home services, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, construction, or other field-based industries is highly valued.
  • Familiarity with ServiceTitan or similar field service management platforms is a plus.
  • Ability to work on-site as a hands-on leader throughout the Indianapolis market.
What's In It For You
  • Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus opportunity.
  • Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k).
  • Career growth opportunities within a growing, people-first organization.
  • Company vehicle and technology tools provided.
  • The opportunity to make a direct impact on the growth and success of the business.
  • A collaborative leadership team committed to supporting your success.

If you're a leader who thrives on developing people, improving operations, and driving results, we'd love to hear from you.

 

Posted Max Pay RateUSD $130,000.00/Yr. Posted Min Pay RateUSD $90,000.00/Yr.

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