Journeyman Plumber – Residential Service

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is seeking a Journeyman Plumber for residential service with a focus on quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction.

This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay, no sales quotas, and strong benefits, with a culture that values problem-solving and attention to detail.

You'll diagnose, repair, and service residential systems, working with hydronic heating and plumbing fixtures, while maintaining safety and professional communication.

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 systems
• Knowledge of residential plumbing systems, fixtures, and equipment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Valid driver’s license and clean 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 solutions
• Complete service calls efficiently while maintaining quality workmanship
• Communicate clearly with customers about the work 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 license

Residential service plumbing

Hydronic heating troubleshooting

Customer service skills

Valid driver’s 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?

At Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, we're not looking for someone to simply rush from one service call to the next. We're looking for a skilled Journeyman Plumber who takes pride in their craftsmanship, cares about the customer experience, and enjoys solving problems that require experience and attention to detail.

Our team works primarily with residential customers, and our plumbers get the opportunity to work on a variety of service and repair projects where quality matters.

This isn't about turning and burning as many calls as possible. We want our team to have the time and support to diagnose problems properly, provide honest recommendations, and complete quality work that they can be proud of.

You will also not be expected to sell jobs, work on commission, or hit high-pressure sales quotas. We hire skilled tradespeople to focus on what they do best: solving problems, providing excellent service, and doing the job right.

If you're tired of the corporate atmosphere and want to work for a company that values craftsmanship, quality, and pride in your work, we'd like to hear from you.

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