Journeyman Plumber – Residential Service

Eric C. Foster Plumbing Heating & Cooling Inc.; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Three-day Weekends (June–August)

Four 10-hour Days (Summer)

Paid Training

Company Summer Events

Job summary

Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is seeking a Journeyman Plumber to join our residential service team in Massachusetts. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain plumbing systems on residential jobs, handling service calls with professionalism and care.

The role requires a valid Journeyman Plumber license, 3+ years of experience, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to work independently. Wages are $40–$50 per hour with full-time hours and benefits.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Plumber license or applicable state credentials.
• 3+ years of residential plumbing service experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience troubleshooting hydronic heating and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of residential plumbing systems, fixtures, and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Professional communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage service calls responsibly.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot residential plumbing issues.
• Perform plumbing repairs, replacements, and service work.
• Troubleshoot hydronic heating and mechanical systems.
• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures and equipment.
• Identify the cause of plumbing problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Complete service calls efficiently while maintaining quality workmanship.
• Communicate clearly with customers about the work being performed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow company standards, applicable codes, and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation for completed work.
• Work independently while collaborating with the broader plumbing and HVAC team.

Skills

Journeyman Plumber

Residential plumbing

Troubleshooting

Hydronic heating

Customer service

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

Journeyman Plumber license

Job description

Journeyman Plumber - Residential Service

Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

Commute to Chelmsford, MA | Full-Time | $40 - $50 per hour, based on experience

Are you an experienced plumber who takes pride in solving problems and doing quality work you can stand behind?

What You'll Do

As a Journeyman Plumber - Residential Service, you'll provide plumbing service and repair for residential customers while representing the company professionally.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Diagnose and troubleshoot residential plumbing issues
• Perform plumbing repairs, replacements, and service work
• Troubleshoot hydronic heating and mechanical systems
• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures and equipment
• Identify the cause of plumbing problems and recommend appropriate solutions
• Complete service calls efficiently while maintaining quality workmanship
• Communicate clearly with customers about the work being performed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow company standards, applicable codes, and safety procedures
• Maintain accurate documentation for completed work
• Work independently while collaborating with the broader plumbing and HVAC team

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a dependable, skilled plumber who takes pride in their work and can confidently handle residential service calls.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Plumber license or applicable state credentials
• 3+ years of residential plumbing service experience required
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience troubleshooting hydronic heating and mechanical systems
• Knowledge of residential plumbing systems, fixtures, and equipment
• Ability to diagnose issues and determine appropriate repairs
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
• Professional communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage service calls responsibly
• Valid driver's license and good driving record

Compensation & Benefits

• $40-$50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Overtime opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Three-day weekends during June, July, and August
• Four 10-hour workdays during the summer
• Paid training and opportunities to learn new products and technologies
• Company summer events and team activities
• Stable, family-owned company serving Massachusetts since 1978

Build a Career With a Company That Values Quality

The best service work isn't about how quickly you can get in and out of a customer's home. It's about finding the problem, knowing how to solve it, and leaving the customer confident that the work was done right.

At Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, we value the kind of workmanship that makes you proud to look back at a completed job and know you did it right.

If you're an experienced Journeyman Plumber looking for a long-term opportunity where quality comes before quotas and craftsmanship comes before commission, we'd like to hear from you.

Salary: $40 - $50 per hour