Experienced Water Heater Technician

Plumbing Care Payroll Associates Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Plumbing Care Payroll Associates Inc. in Oakland is seeking a highly skilled Water Heater Technician with extensive hands-on experience in installing, diagnosing, and repairing traditional tank and tankless systems.

Candidates should understand gas and electric configurations, venting, gas sizing, combustion air, and current plumbing and mechanical codes. You will install, service, and educate customers while upholding safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience with water heaters (tank and tankless) and gas/electric systems.
• Knowledge of venting, gas sizing, combustion air and water pressure regulation.
• Experience following plumbing and mechanical code requirements.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair water heater issues accurately.
• Install and replace tank and tankless systems safely.
• Ensure all work meets current code requirements.
• Troubleshoot plumbing-related issues as needed.
• Educate customers on maintenance and repair options.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Deliver excellent customer service on every job.

Skills

Tank water heaters

Tankless water heaters

Gas systems

Electric systems

Venting systems

Gas pressure

Combustion air

Code compliance

Diagnostics

Installation procedures

Tools

Navien

AO Smith

Rheem

Rinnai

Bradford White

Noritz

Job description

Career Opportunities with Plumbing Care Payroll Associates Inc.

Careers At Plumbing Care Payroll Associates Inc.

Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities?

Join our team!

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

We are looking for a highly skilled and dependable Water Heater Technician to join our growing team. This position requires extensive hands-on experience with all types of water heaters, including tank and tankless systems, along with strong plumbing knowledge and a solid understanding of plumbing and mechanical code requirements.

This is NOT an entry-level position. We are looking for someone who truly understands water heater systems, installation procedures, diagnostics, venting, gas requirements, and code compliance.

Required Technical Knowledge & Experience:

• Extensive experience diagnosing, repairing, servicing, and installing:
  • Traditional tank water heaters
  • Tankless water heaters
  • Gas and electric systems
• Experience with major brands including:
  • Navien
  • A. O. Smith
  • Rheem
  • Rinnai
  • Bradford White
  • Noritz
• Strong understanding of:
  • Condensing and non-condensing tankless systems
  • Recirculation systems
  • Expansion tanks
  • Descaling and maintenance procedures
  • Venting systems and venting materials
  • Gas sizing and gas pressure requirements
  • Combustion air requirements
  • Water pressure regulation and thermal expansion
  • Tankless troubleshooting and error code diagnostics
  • Proper sizing and installation procedures

Code Knowledge & Installation Requirements:

Candidate MUST understand and follow plumbing and mechanical code requirements, including:

• Earthquake strapping
• Sediment traps
• Shut-off valve requirements
• Proper drain and relief line termination
• Permit and inspection compliance
• Manufacturer installation specifications
• Safe gas and water connection procedures

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and team members
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• Professional appearance and attitude

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Diagnose and repair water heater issues accurately
• Install and replace tank and tankless systems properly and safely
• Ensure all work meets current code requirements
• Troubleshoot plumbing-related issues as needed
• Educate customers on maintenance and repair options
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Deliver excellent customer service on every job