Lead Plumbing Installer – Experienced Install Lead Wanted

ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-round steady work

Strong company reputation

Growth with skilled installers

Supportive leadership

Job summary

John Owens Services is seeking a true Residential Lead Plumbing Installer who can lead jobs, guide an apprentice, follow plans, and complete installations on schedule. You will install residential and select commercial water heating systems, gas piping, and plumbing fixtures in customers' homes.

The role emphasizes professional communication, on-time delivery, and high workmanship standards while expanding skills on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of residential plumbing installation experience
• Able to complete installations with minimal supervision
• Experience installing a wide variety of plumbing fixtures and water heating equipment
• Leads by example and works with an apprentice or helper
• Communicates professionally with homeowners
• Takes pride in clean, organized workmanship
• Understands plumbing codes and installation best practices
• Arrives on time and is dependable
• Maintains high standards of quality

Responsibilities

• Install residential and light commercial systems including tank and tankless water heaters
• Install heat pump water heaters and boilers
• Install toilets, faucets, fixtures, and PRVs
• Gas piping and water, sewer, underground piping
• Whole-home repipes and other plumbing projects
• Communicate clearly with customers and keep jobs moving

Skills

Residential plumbing installation

Independent worker

Customer communication

Quality workmanship

Code compliance

Punctuality

Leadership with apprentice

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you the installer other people count on to get the job done right?

John Owens Services is looking for a true Residential Lead Plumbing Installer — someone who can lead a job, teach an assistant, follow the plan, and finish installs on time without excuses.

This is not a position for someone who “kind of knows installs.” We need someone who can confidently install residential and (some) commercial Water Heater systems, as well other plumbing fixtures. We are looking for someone who can communicate clearly, keep the job moving, and represent the company professionally in a customer’s home.

What You'll Be Doing

As our Lead Plumbing Installer, you'll need to complete a variety of residential and light commercial installations, including:

• Tank and tankless water heaters
• Heat pump water heaters
• Boilers
• Toilets, faucets, fixtures, and pressure reducing valves (PRVs)
• Gas piping
• Water, sewer, and underground piping
• Whole-home re-pipes
• Other plumbing installation projects

No two days are exactly the same, which means you'll continually expand your skills while working on interesting projects.

What We're Looking For

• Has 3+ years of residential plumbing installation experience
• Can independently complete installations with minimal supervision
• Has experience installing a wide variety of plumbing fixtures and water heating equipment
• Leads by example and works well with an apprentice or helper
• Communicates professionally with homeowners
• Takes pride in clean, organized workmanship
• Understands plumbing codes and installation best practices
• Shows up on time and is dependable every day
• Holds themselves to a high standard of quality

Why Join John Owens Services?

• Competitive pay: $38.00-$50.00 per hour (DOE)
• Year-round, steady work
• Well-established company with an outstanding reputation
• Opportunity to grow with a company that values skilled installers
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Challenging work that keeps you learning and developing your skills

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of residential plumbing installation experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and/or physical if required
• Excellent references

Why Join John Owens Services?

We are looking for long-term team members who take pride in their craft. You’ll have support, organized procedures, and the opportunity to be part of a company that values quality work, accountability, and professionalism.

If you are a skilled residential Plumbing Installer who can lead, teach, and deliver clean installs on time, we want to talk to you.