Lead Plumber

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

We are seeking an experienced Lead Plumber to oversee residential and light commercial plumbing installations, service, and repair projects. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for leading a team of plumbers and apprentices, ensuring high-quality workmanship, maintaining safety standards, and delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate is a licensed plumber with strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to mentor others while working in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise plumbing installation, service, and repair projects.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain residential and light commercial plumbing systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and plumbing specifications.
• Assign daily tasks and guide plumbers and apprentices.
• Train and mentor team members to improve technical skills and productivity.
• Ensure all work complies with local, state, and national plumbing codes.
• Perform quality control inspections to ensure work meets company standards.
• Communicate with customers regarding project progress, recommendations, and solutions.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and job site logistics.
• Maintain accurate job documentation, material usage, and service reports using Service Titan or similar software.
• Ensure a safe work environment by following OSHA and company safety policies.
• Assist management with scheduling, estimating, and resolving field issues as needed.
• Participate in the on-call rotation when required.

Skills

• Leadership and team development
• Plumbing diagnostics and repair
• Project coordination
• Customer relationship management
• Time management and organization
• Attention to detail
• Safety compliance
• Communication and problem-solving

This position is ideal for a skilled plumber who enjoys leading a team, delivering high-quality workmanship, and helping grow a successful plumbing department while remaining actively involved in field operations.

• Minimum of 5 years of residential plumbing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or lead role.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, fixtures, water heaters, drain systems, gas piping, and code requirements.
• Experience leading crews and mentoring apprentices.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Experience using Service Titan or similar field service software preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds and work in confined spaces, attics, crawl spaces, and outdoor environments.
• Must be English/Spanish Bilingual

Preferred Qualifications

• Backflow certification is a plus.