The Plumbing Technician (aka Journeyman level) has 6 or more years’ experience as a senior helper for a plumbing technician and may sometimes be ready to sit for a plumbing licensing exam.  Must have experience with residential plumbing and commercial builder plumbing and be highly proficient in at least two of the following phases of plumbing construction: ground rough; top-out; finish and at least knowledgeable of the third.  Repairs, water supply, drain cleaning and repair sewer lines, water heater installation, and fixture repair are all pluses.

Pay starts at $23/hr (negotiable depending upon experience)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Install, repair, and maintain pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, fixtures in commercial and residential structures

• Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other construction professionals

• Follow building plans and blueprints

• Respond to, diagnose, and resolve plumbing emergencies

• Perform routine inspections of plumbing and drainage systems

• Keep accurate records of time spent working, description of work performed and materials used

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Occasionally perform, assist, supervise, and/or train junior technicians with:

• Plumbing trade skills

• Sewer machines (power snakes)

• Sewer and drain jetting

• Rigid See Snake camera system (or similar)

• Roof work possible for vent system cleaning/inspections

Additional Qualifications:

• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools used in the plumbing trade

• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and safety practices

• Ability to read and follow blueprints and rough drawings

• Familiarity with PVC, CPVC, PEX, cast iron, and copper

• Effective oral communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to complete projects unsupervised and unassisted

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• Attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously

• Proficiency in basic mathematics and conversion of measurements

This position requires

• Must have experience with high end residential clients

• Must provide basic tools; company will provide specialized/large tools

• Works well with a diverse group of people

• Strong work ethic and moral character

• Must meet and maintain South Shore Plumbing minimum insurance requirements

• Successful completion of a drug screening

• This position requires a successful MVR check

• Valid Driver's License

• Able to legally work in the United States

Benefits:

• Phone allowance

• Health insurance

• 401k

• Performance plan bonuses; paid time off.