Plumbing Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Plumbing Operations Manager

Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Water Cleanup

Location: Wausau, WI

Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity

Annual Salary: $60,000-$85,000+ based on experience, leadership background, and performance

Are you an experienced plumbing leader who enjoys coaching teams, improving operations, and delivering outstanding customer service? Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Water Cleanup is seeking a Plumbing Operations Manager to lead our residential plumbing department and help drive continued growth throughout the Wausau area.

Whether you're currently a Plumbing Manager, Service Manager, Operations Manager, Field Supervisor, or an experienced Lead Plumber ready for the next step, this is an opportunity to build a successful team while influencing the future of a growing company.

As our Plumbing Operations Manager, you'll oversee daily operations, develop technicians, improve department performance, and ensure every customer receives an exceptional service experience.

• Annual salary of $60,000-$85,000+ based on experience

• Stable, full-time, year-round employment

• Leadership role with opportunities for advancement

• Modern fleet, equipment, technology, and operational systems

• Ongoing leadership development and professional training

• Collaborative, team-focused work environment

• Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing plumbing department

• Company pays 50% of employee health insurance premiums

• Dental, vision, life, accident, critical illness, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance options

• Up to 20 days of paid time off based on years of service

• 401(k) with up to a 3.5% company match

• Paid leadership and technical training

• Long-term career growth opportunities

As the Plumbing Operations Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day operations of the plumbing department while helping technicians succeed and ensuring exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead, coach, and develop residential plumbing technicians

• Conduct ride-alongs, field coaching, and performance evaluations

• Monitor technician productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction

• Review department performance metrics and implement operational improvements

• Work closely with dispatch, customer service, and company leadership to maximize scheduling efficiency

• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and technician development

• Manage departmental budgets, inventory, purchasing, fleet coordination, and vendor relationships

• Oversee warranty claims and operational processes

• Resolve customer concerns professionally while maintaining strong customer relationships

• Ensure safety standards, company procedures, and quality expectations are consistently met

• Drive revenue growth while maintaining operational efficiency and profitability

We're seeking an experienced leader who understands both residential plumbing operations and how to develop high-performing teams.

Qualified candidates should have:

• 5+ years of plumbing industry experience

• Previous leadership experience managing plumbing technicians or service teams

• Strong knowledge of residential plumbing service operations

• Proven ability to coach, motivate, and hold employees accountable

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

• Experience improving department performance and customer satisfaction

• Ability to analyze KPIs, forecasting, budgeting, and profitability

• Comfortable using scheduling software, reporting tools, tablets, and other business technology

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Successful Plumbing Operations Managers enjoy helping people grow while improving business performance. They know how to balance customer satisfaction, technician development, operational efficiency, and financial results. They lead by example, communicate effectively, and create a culture built on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

At Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Water Cleanup , we believe great leaders build great teams. We'll provide the support, resources, and opportunities to help you continue growing your leadership career while making a meaningful impact on our employees, customers, and business.

If you're ready to lead a talented team, strengthen operations, and help drive continued success, apply today to become our next Plumbing Operations Manager in Wausau, Wisconsin.