YJM - Plumber (Chicago)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Plumber

Location: Chicagoland Area (Field-Based)
Compensation: $50 - $60/hour

About Yellow Jacket Maintenance Services (YJM)

Yellow Jacket Maintenance Services (YJM) is a trusted home maintenance and repair company serving the Chicagoland area for more than 10 years. We specialize in supporting community associations (HOA/condo) and work closely with HOA Boards and Community Managers to deliver proactive, high-quality maintenance solutions. Our team of multi-trade technicians focuses on efficiency, reliability, and long-term property value.

Position Summary

Yellow Jacket Maintenance Services is hiring Plumbers to perform service, repair, and installation work across residential and multi-family (HOA/condo) properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing service and repair (leaks, fixtures, piping, drains, water heaters, shutoffs, etc.)
• Diagnose and troubleshoot plumbing issues in residential and multi-unit buildings
• Complete preventative maintenance and general repairs (drywall, carpentry, minor electrical, etc.)
• Respond to work orders and service calls across multiple properties
• Communicate with property managers, dispatch, and residents regarding scope and updates
• Ensure compliance with local plumbing codes, safety standards, and company procedures
• Document work completed, materials used, and time via work order system
• Maintain tools, equipment, and company vehicle (if applicable)
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours/emergency service

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of plumbing, maintenance technician, or handyman experience
• Experience with service-based plumbing (not just new construction)
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues independently in the field
• Experience with drain cleaning, water heater service, and plumbing fixture repair or installation
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly (75–100 lbs occasionally)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Basic understanding of plumbing systems, codes, and best practices
• English proficiency
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Availability to participate in a rotating on-call schedule that alternates every week
• If you do not hold a Chicago Plumbing License or apprentice status, 5+ years of plumbing experience is required

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Chicago Plumbing License or Apprentice experience
• Experience working in residential, apartment, condo, or HOA environments
• Sewer work experience
• Multi-trade experience (electrical, HVAC basics, carpentry)
• Experience using work order / dispatch software

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $50-$60/hour
• Overtime opportunities available
• 40-hour work week with flexibility based on workload
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Front-loaded PTO (paid time off)
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability