LEAD PLUMBING MECHANIC (PLUMBER)

With over 80 years of experience, Southern Air has built a reputation for quality, integrity, and exceptional service across Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina. We are currently seeking an experienced Lead Plumbing Mechanic to join our growing team in Winchester, VA. Pay Range: $28-$36/ per hour
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical plan with company HSA contributions
Dental and Vision coverage
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
Life Insurance and AD&D coverage
Supplemental and Dependent Life Insurance options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Position Overview As a Lead Plumbing Mechanic, you will lead jobsite plumbing operations while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You will serve as a mentor to your team, helping develop skills and maintain a positive, productive work environment.
Typically, this role requires 8 to 10 years of trade experience and a Journeyman Plumber License.
What You’ll Do Leadership and Team Development Lead, mentor, and support plumbing crews
Set expectations and ensure accountability for performance and safety
Share knowledge and help develop less experienced team members
Planning and Execution Plan and organize work activities to ensure project efficiency
Coordinate manpower needs with Project Managers
Ensure materials, tools, and equipment are available and used efficiently
Maintain workflow alignment with project schedules
Technical Excellence Perform and oversee all aspects of plumbing installation and work
Deliver clean, professional, and high-quality installations
Safety and Compliance Enforce OSHA and company safety policies on all job sites
Communication and Coordination Delegate tasks clearly and follow up to ensure quality results
Coordinate work with other crews on multi-trade job sites
Support customer satisfaction through professional interactions
Use sound judgment to make decisions in the field
What We’re Looking For 8 to 10 years of plumbing experience in commercial or residential work
Solid knowledge of plumbing systems, codes, and installation practices
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project documents
Work Environment and Physical Requirements This is a hands-on leadership role in a construction environment and may include:
Working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Driving between job sites, sometimes for extended periods
Exposure to construction materials, tools, and jobsite conditions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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