“Schoonover Plumbing and Heating Inc. Installing trust since 1947.”
Schoonover Plumbing and Heating, Inc.
- Industry
- Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Schoonover Plumbing & Heating, Inc. was founded in 1947 by George Schoonover Sr. Originally known as Canton Plumbing, Heating, and Farm Supply Company, we started as a residential plumbing business during the shift to indoor plumbing. Now we cover many aspects of the industry. In 2022, we proudly celebrated 75 years in business.
We have positions in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, installation technicians and service technicians.
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Q&A with Schoonover
WHAT EXCITES YOU ABOUT THE INDUSTRY YOU SERVE?
What excites us about the plumbing, heating, and electrical industries is the opportunity to make a real difference in people's daily lives. Our work keeps homes safe, comfortable, and running properly, especially during critical situations. We enjoy an industry that is always evolving with new technology and energy-efficient solutions, and we take pride in providing reliable, skilled work while creating long-term, rewarding career opportunities in our community.
WHAT DO YOU APPRECIATE MOST ABOUT YOUR COMPANY'S CULTURE/MISSION?
What we appreciate most about our company's culture is that we are a family-oriented business that truly cares about our employees and our customers. We take pride in doing the best work possible on every job, treating each customer's home with respect, and standing behind the quality of work. Our mission is to support one another as a team while consistently delivering honest, dependable service to our community.
HOW DID YOUR COMPANY FIRST CONNECT WITH PENN COLLEGE?
We have known of Penn College for a long time due to our location and proximity. We recently were involved in having a booth at a Career Fair, and it was great to meet some up-and-coming people in our industry.
WHY DO YOU BELIEVE PENN COLLEGE IS A SOUND INVESTMENT? WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR RETURN?
We believe in Penn College as a sound investment because of its strong focus on hands-on learning and career-ready education. Penn College produces skilled, motivated graduates who understand the importance of quality workmanship, safety, and professionalism. Your programs align well with the needs of the skilled trades, making graduates well-prepared to succeed and grow within our industry.
WHAT QUALITITES DO YOU VALUE MOST WHEN RECRUITING PENN COLLEGE STUDENTS AND ALUMNI?
When recruiting Penn College students and alumni, we value a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and pride in quality craftmanship. We look for individuals who are dependable, respectful, and team oriented, with a positive attitude and a commitment to providing excellent service to our customers.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU SHARE WITH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WHO ARE CONSIDERING PENN COLLEGE?
Our advice to high school students considering Penn College is to take advantage of the hands-on learning opportunities and real world experiences the college offers. The skilled trades provide stable, rewarding careers with long-term growth, and Penn College is a great place to build the technical skills, work ethic, and confidence needed to succeed in the industry.
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Programs
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Begin with an associate degree that focuses on technical know-how and continue on for your bachelor’s, which pairs technical aspects with design, engineering, and business skills.
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