HVAC/Plumbing General Manager

Company Description Marathon, a well-established, highly profitable home services company specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical is looking for a General Manager to lead operations across multiple locations in Southern California. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity offering full P&L ownership of a ~$32M business, with oversight of approximately 130 employees. The organization is positioned for continued growth, making this an ideal role for a leader who thrives on building teams, driving performance, and scaling operations in a dynamic environment. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site role for a General Manager based in Anaheim, CA with travel to other branches in the Northern Orange County area. In this role, you will serve as the operational and strategic leader for the business — owning performance, setting direction, and driving execution across multiple locations. You will lead day-to-day operations while also shaping the future of the organization by implementing strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and building high-performing teams. This role requires a balance of hands-on leadership and big-picture thinking, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences, achieving financial targets, and strengthening company culture. You will partner closely with key stakeholders to unlock growth opportunities and ensure the business continues to scale successfully. What we're looking for 5-10 years of experience in the trades or home services industry (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or a combination) Minimum of 3 years of experience in the General Manager role Proven multi-site or regional operations leadership Strong P&L management experience with demonstrated financial acumen Hands-on experience with ServiceTitan Track record of scaling technician teams and navigating workforce challenges A collaborative, change-oriented leadership style — someone who leads by influence, not just authority Trade license is a plus, but not required What you'll be responsible for Full P&L ownership across three locations in Southern California Leading and developing 4-6 direct reports and a broader team of ~130 employees Driving operational consistency, process improvement, and cross-location collaboration Scaling technician teams and managing high-turnover workforce dynamics Championing adoption of technology and systems improvements (including ServiceTitan) Serving as a cultural bridge — fostering openness to change while preserving team cohesion Travel between multiple Southern California locations throughout the week as needed

Pay:

$180,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

trades/home services industry (HVAC, plumbing, electrical): 5 years (Required) proven multi-site or regional operations leadership: 1 year (Preferred)

ServiceTitan :

1 year (Required) P&L management : 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person