Lead Plumbing Installer – Experienced Install Lead Wanted

john owens services inc.; St. Clairsville (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Year-round work

Reputable company

Growth opportunities

Supportive leadership

Challenging work

Job summary

John Owens Services in Ohio is seeking a Residential Lead Plumbing Installer to lead jobs, teach an assistant, follow a plan, and finish installs on time with professionalism.

The role involves installing residential and some commercial water heater systems, gas piping, and other fixtures while maintaining clear communication with homeowners and upholding codes.

This is a long-term opportunity with competitive hourly pay and growth potential within a well-established local company.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of residential plumbing installation experience.
• Independent and 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 best practices.
• Punctual and dependable every day.
• Holds themselves to a high standard of quality.

Responsibilities

• Complete a variety of residential and light commercial installations, including tank and tankless water heaters, heat pump water heaters, boilers, toilets, faucets, fixtures, PRVs, gas piping, water/sewer/underground piping, whole-home repipes, and other plumbing installation projects.

Skills

Residential plumbing installation

Lead by example

Communication with homeowners

Safety and codes knowledge

Apprentice mentoring

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.