This year, Sack Company proudly welcomed one of our youngest team members, Brooks, a 2025 graduate of Richmond Hill High School. While many of his peers were still weighing college options, Brooks had already committed to his career path: plumbing.
Brooks first discovered his passion for plumbing back in 8th grade. That spark stayed with him through high school, where he not only played football but also participated in the Work Based Learning initiative during his senior year. Through this program, he gained hands on experience on job sites while still balancing school and getting paid.
With a clear vision of his future, Brooks took the initiative to schedule an interview with the plumbing department. He made an impression right away with his enthusiasm and determination. As a student intern, he quickly learned the ropes: soldering copper water lines, hanging cast iron vent lines, installing water heaters, completing finish work like toilets and flush valves, and whatever else his superintendent needed from him.
Though he admits he started off new to power tools, Brooks didn’t let that stop him. In just a few short months, he’s gained confidence and knowledge that continue to grow daily. Now a high school graduate, Brooks is officially part of the Sack Company team and preparing to enter Sack’s plumbing apprenticeship program this August.
His decision to enter the trades rather than pursue traditional college was intentional.
“I didn’t want to take on college debt,” Brooks shared. “I’d rather get to work, earn money, and build a future doing something I enjoy.” His ultimate goal? To become a licensed Master Plumber and achieve as much as possible here at Sack Company.
Brooks is already giving back. At a recent Xcel event with 32 attendees, he proudly ran his own hands on demonstration station, teaching younger students about tank type toilets and how to run drain lines. His confidence, humility, and leadership show exactly the kind of promise Sack Company representatives say they're excited to support.
Brooks represents a growing wave of young people who are reigniting interest in the skilled trades and showing that there is more than one path to a successful and fulfilling career.
