Water Wizard (Journeyman Plumber, Residential)

Job Description

Job Description

Ideal for a licensed journeyman plumber or sole proprietor looking to build their business with the support of being part of an established, women-owned company with an ongoing book of business.

START DATE: May 18, 2026

COMPENSATION: $55/HOUR + COMMISSION AND BONUS OPPORTUNITY

W-2 EMPLOYEE

SCHEDULE:

Full-time / Four 10s: Monday - Thursday 7:00 am PST - 5:30 pm PST

40 hours per week - FRIDAYS OFF

LOCATION: PORTLAND, OREGON (Portland Metro)

Onsite, In-Person, Work-from-Work Position

COMPANY VEHICLE & TOOLS PROVIDED

Sick of relying on flakey customers who can't make decisions or whom don't pay their bills?

Tired of struggling to coordinate schedules with contractors that don't respect your time?

Looking for a plumbing position that sets you up for success from day one?

Founded in 2013, Rupp Family Builders is a woman-owned, family-run and operated residential construction operation, specializing in six-week kitchen remodels and four-week bathroom remodels.

We have an established plumbing division that has been in operation since the company's founding. The foundation of the business is to provide an in-house tradesman to service our residential construction needs while also providing services to fellow contractors or past clients. There is also room to grow the business with the right candidate.

You would apply your skills set and perspective to help us serve our customers better, and you won't be alone! We have carpenters, mechanical techs, electricians, and cabinetry specialists at the ready on our team, so projects can be completed in a timely and efficient manner without sacrificing quality. And you get all the hands on help you could ask for.

Our team is growing! We need an experienced journeyman plumber who can oversee our plumbing needs.

Join the Rupp Family!!!

Rupp Family Builders Core Values

Integrity. We foster excellent relationships with each other, and our customers based on trust and honesty. We are loyal, hardworking, and don't make excuses for ourselves or each other. We always assume responsibility.

Pride. We are proud of our craft. We take the time to work out the steps to produce a high-quality, functional remodel and execute the plan through care and attention to detail. We have a passion for what we do, and it shows.

Conscientious. We make thoughtful decisions by assessing the impact the decision will have on others. Our actions demonstrate we care because we approach every situation with the forethought and precision to deliver quality service.

Family. We do what is best for the whole. We look out for others.

Limber. We have an open heart and a willingness to do whatever it takes to move the project forward. We are problem-solvers with a sense of humor, but always focus on solutions. We are eager to learn and proactively look ahead to what's next.

Work with Us, Grow with Us

Because we prefer to keep things in-house, we highly value developing and growing our own talent. No matter what level you enter in at you will have the opportunity to ascend to higher positions in our organization with more earning opportunities at a fast pace.

Journeyman Plumber Key Responsibilities:

1. Thoughtfully think through the job and plan your work with the whole job in mind, managing your work load to complete projects on time.

Success Metrics: Perform work on site to meet the budgeted work hours.

At least 63% of projects are completed by the originally estimated hours

25% or less of scheduled projects have 1 day or less of overrun in a 90-day rolling period.

2. Manage your schedule/timing with the project coordinators/production manager/Client GC/Residential Client. Update the required contact no later than within 24hrs of the scheduled work of any scheduling changes or adjustments.

Success Metric: Less than 3 last minute no shows, or sudden schedule shifts per rolling 3 month period.

3. Track plumbing related job expenses (labor and materials) and provide accurate time estimates so that projects are completed within the allocated budget.

Success Metric: 100% of plumbing related work completed when totaled budgeted versus actual are all within budget for the jobs completed in the prior 6-month rolling period.

4. Keep the job site organized, tidy, and ready for work the next day.

Success Metric: No more than one homeowner call or complaint regarding the acceptable cleanliness and organization of the project area in a rolling 3-month period.

5. 5-Star homeowner reviews

Success Metric: Keep emergency call backs related to plumbing work from the homeowner to less than 3 in a 12-month rolling period.

Ideal Journeyman Plumber Characteristics:

• Licensed journeyman plumber in Oregon
• 0-2 years' post-turn-out journeyman plumber experience
• Detail oriented
• Organized and great at writing things down
• Has a plan to create a plan
• Prefers proactive planning to reactive chaos
• Excited to work with people you can call family

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (7 days)
• 100% Employer Paid Medical and Vision Insurance (for employee*)
• Dental Insurance available
• 401K
• Company vehicle during working hours
• 4-Day workweek (Monday through Thursday)
• Continuing Education Support (Fees and Time)

COMPENSATION: $55/HOUR

APPLICATION PROCESS:

1. Apply online
2. Complete The ALL IN Assessment online within 24 hours of application (Approximately 35 minutes to complete) Assessment should be completed on a desktop or laptop computer **Candidates who fail to complete the assessment WILL NOT be considered to move forward in our process**
3. Initial Phone Interview (Approximately 15 minutes)
4. Onsite Interview (Approximately 1.5 hours)
5. Trial Day: "Experience a Day in the Life with Us" (Paid)
6. Pre-Onboard Dinner with You, Your Spouse/Partner and the Owners