Plumbing Technician

Job Type


Full-time

• Valid drivers license
• Ability to use tools of the trade, including but not limited to plumbing snakes, augers, drills, saws, hammers, measuring tape, levels, and screwdrivers
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Willing to work in all types of weather
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures
• Excellent math skills
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Ability to handle the physical workload and perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
• Advanced customer service skills
• Operate equipment in a safe manner

• Bid jobs for customers
• Draft and approve contracts to perform work
• Removing, replacing, installing, or repairing all types of plumbing fixtures such as water closets, sinks, drinking fountains, showers, kitchen, laboratory, and other heating, water, or drainage systems according to plumbing codes
• Assemble and install valve and fittings
• Test pipe systems and fixtures for leaks
• Ensure all requirements as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures are met
• Dig trenches when needed
• Haul equipment to and from the work site from the work truck
• Take inventory and track how many materials are for each job
• Communicate with all customers in a positive and professional manner
• Work with customers to make recommendations on the purchase of new equipment
• Diagnosing malfunctions, repair and maintenance of plumbing and piping systems, including clearing plugged waste lines
• Cut, fit, fabricate, and assemble a wide variety of articles, materials, and devices, including steel, copper, brass, glass, plastic, cast iron, corrosion-resistant pip, tile, and concrete
• Ensure all installations, repairs, and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported, and graded
• Ensure all installations, repairs, and maintenance meet the requirements of all applicable codes
• Drive motor vehicle as required
• Lead apprentices or helpers as assigned
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and sketches
• Maintain professional appearance at all times
• Run after hours calls as required
• Other duties as assigned