Master / Lead Plumbing Technician & Journeyman Specialist

The Contractor Consultants; Pleasantville (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay cycle

Prevailing wage projects access

Company vehicle / fleet support

Personal tool replacement program

401(k) with employer match

Smartphone/tablet technology package

Job summary

Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co is seeking a Master / Lead Plumbing Technician & Journeyman Specialist to perform complex residential and commercial plumbing installations and diagnostics in Pleasantville, NJ. This senior role owns service calls, boiler and water heater installs, and piping retrofits for private accounts and municipal projects.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of experience, strong NJ code knowledge, and a commitment to quality trade work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of verified hands-on experience in residential or commercial plumbing.
• Deep knowledge of plumbing codes, backflow prevention, venting, drainage design and diagnostics.
• Ability to perform physically demanding trade work (crawl spaces, ladders, up to 75 lbs).
• Valid driver's license with insurable driving record for company vehicles.
• Must possess basic hand tools and personal plumbing tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain complex residential and commercial plumbing systems.
• Diagnose pipe leaks, fixture malfunctions, sewer blockages, water heater failures, and pressure imbalances.
• Cut, thread, solder, braze, and press multi-material piping systems (copper, PEX, PVC, CPVC, cast iron, black iron).
• Read blueprints and ensure work complies with NJ plumbing codes and safety standards.
• Explain issues to customers and present repair options; keep work zones clean.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and diagnostic equipment in good condition.
• Mentor junior apprentices on safety, piping techniques, and codes.

Skills

10 years experience

Code mastery

Physical endurance

Driver license

Hand tools

Education

NJ Master Plumber License

Journeyman Plumbing License

Backflow Certification

Tools

Personal plumbing tools

Job description

Master / Lead Plumbing Technician & Journeyman Specialist

Company Name: Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co

Location: Pleasantville, NJ (Atlantic City Metro & Greater South Jersey Operations)

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday (Overtime and weekend opportunities available)

Industry: Residential & Commercial Plumbing, Hydronic Systems, Mechanical Contracting, and Public Works

Pay Scale: $20.00 to $38.00 per hour ($41,600.00 to $79,040.00 base annual equivalent) based on experience

Mandatory Requirement: 10 years of professional plumbing experience required

Incentives: Weekly Pay Cycle, Immediate Access to High-Yield Prevailing Wage Projects, Company Vehicle / Fleet Support, Personal Tool Replacement Program, Corporate 401(k) with Employer Match, Smartphone/Tablet Technology Package

The Opportunity

Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co is seeking a highly skilled Master / Lead Plumbing Technician & Journeyman Specialist to execute complex residential and commercial plumbing installations, diagnostic troubleshooting, and system repairs across Pleasantville and the surrounding South Jersey market.

In this senior field technical role, you will take full operational ownership of service calls, boiler/water heater installs, piping retrofits, and commercial utility connections across private accounts and municipal public works projects. Working with an established, family-oriented mechanical contractor built on craftsmanship, you will benefit from steady year-round work with no seasonal layoffs. If you bring 10 or more years of hands‑on plumbing experience, deep knowledge of National/NJ plumbing codes, and a commitment to quality trade work, Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co provides competitive hourly pay, prevailing wage access, company vehicle options, and a dedicated tool replacement program.

Key Responsibilities

• System Installation & Maintenance: Install, repair, and maintain complex commercial and residential plumbing systems, gas lines, hydronic heating loops, and drainage networks.
• Diagnostic Troubleshooting: Diagnose pipe leaks, fixture malfunctions, sewer line blockages, water heater failures, and pressure imbalances efficiently and accurately.
• Multi-Material Piping Proficiency: Cut, thread, solder, braze, and press multi-material piping systems—including copper, PEX, PVC, CPVC, cast iron, and black iron gas piping.
• Code Compliance & Blueprint Reading: Read and execute directly from architectural blueprints, isometric drawings, and plumbing schematics; ensure all work adheres strictly to New Jersey state plumbing codes and safety standards.
• Customer Stewardship & Communication: Provide outstanding customer service—explaining mechanical issues clearly, presenting repair options, and maintaining clean work zones.
• Fleet & Equipment Care: Maintain company vehicles, power drain augers, press tools, and diagnostic equipment in clean, operational condition.
• Mentorship & Apprentice Guidance: Guide and mentor junior apprentices on proper trade safety, piping techniques, and code regulations.

What You Need to Succeed (Qualifications)

Required

• Extensive Industry Tenure: Minimum 10 years of verified hands‑on experience in residential or commercial plumbing installation, service, and repair.
• Code & Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of plumbing codes, backflow prevention, venting rules, drainage design, and diagnostic techniques.
• Physical Endurance: Ability to perform active trade labor—working in crawl spaces, on ladders, and lifting heavy equipment (up to 75 lbs).
• Mobility Credentials: Valid Driver License with an insurable driving record to operate company‑provided service vehicles.
• Tool Assets: Must possess basic hand tools and personal plumbing trade hand tools.

Preferred

• License Credentials: Active New Jersey Master Plumber License, Journeyman Plumbing License, or Backflow Prevention Certification.
• Specialized System Experience: Background in tankless water heaters, commercial boilers, or underground wet utility repairs.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Earnings: $20.00 to $38.00 per hour based on technical trade experience, paid on a dependable weekly pay cycle.
• Public Works Upside: Direct access to high‑yield Prevailing Wage projects and overtime earning opportunities.
• Wealth & Retirement: 401(k) Retirement Savings Program featuring direct employer matching contributions.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive Medical Insurance plan options and safety equipment provided.
• Work‑Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) allocations covering paid holidays, vacation weeks, and personal sick days.
• Fleet & Tool Support: Company vehicle/mileage program, Personal Tool Replacement Program, uniforms provided, and a corporate technology package (smartphone/tablet).

About Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co

Jenkins Plumbing and Heating Co is an established mechanical contractor dedicated to craftsmanship, long‑term employee retention, and community values. Beyond delivering elite plumbing and comfort systems across South Jersey, we actively support local churches and regional charities, maintaining a supportive work environment where technicians build lifelong, rewarding careers.

Selection choices are guided strictly by job‑related capabilities, technical trade skills, and verified field execution records.