Master Plumber

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Jay (VT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Parental leave

Health insurance

401k with match

Season passes

Job summary

Jay Peak is seeking a Master Plumber to install, maintain, and repair sanitation, water and heating systems in residential and commercial structures. The role requires independent work, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with precision.

Requirements include a Vermont master or journeyman license or equivalent training, and the ability to read blueprints, estimate costs, and maintain documentation. Includes benefits and a 401k plan; on-site at Jay Peak, VT.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams.
• Install, maintain and repair plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Possess license requirements as Vermont master or journeyman plumber.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints to plan installations.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing systems.
• Cuts, welds, and assembles pipes, fittings and fixtures.
• Inspects systems for safety, function and code compliance.
• Handles customer queries and call outs.
• Troubleshoots and resolves problems.
• Prepares cost estimates.
• Supports preventive maintenance programs and documentation.
• Maintains workshop area and inventory; uses digital systems.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Communication

Manual dexterity

Education

Certificate or degree in plumbing

Tools

Word

Excel

Work order system

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Jay Peak - Jay, VT 05859
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $35.00 - $42.00 Hourly

WHY WORK AT JAY PEAK?

We’re a team of good-natured folks at the heart and soul of a growing resort community. Our co-workers are our friends, so we happily go the extra mile for each other and our guests. We’re rewarded fairly for our collective efforts and encouraged to pursue individual goals. We’re a family, one that gets to choose its members. We strive for an authentic, community driven Resort that derives its vitality from the on-mountain experience, respect for its history & what has come before it, and its employees whose energy and spirit are its foundation. It’s not for everyone but we’re not looking for everyone-we’re looking for you.

IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES, HERE'S WHAT YOU’LL GET

• Wage Ranging from $35.00 - $42.00 per hour, based on experience.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Life & Disability Insurances
• 401k program eligibility with employer match after a year of employment with 1,000 hours of service
• FREE or deeply discounted season passes for you and your dependents
• Employee Recognition Programs (including daily, monthly, yearly, and seniority programs)
• Seasonal employee parties
• Regular free employee breakfasts/lunches, family events, and parties
• For a full listing of employee perks both on and off-property, click here

SUMMARY

The Master Plumber is responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of sanitation units, water and heating systems, pumps and associated fixtures and appliances in residential and commercial structures. The Master Plumber will have the ability to work independently and solve problems as quickly and efficiently as possible, possess strong technical skills, be a master at troubleshooting, and enjoy working independently and with others.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned)

• Reads and interprets blueprints to assess or plan plumbing installations and layouts.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Cuts, welds, and assembles pipes, tubes, fittings, and fixtures.
• Inspects and tests plumbing systems for safety, functionality, and code compliance.
• Handles customer queries and responds to call outs.
• Troubleshoots and resolves problems.
• Prepares cost estimates.
• Supports and manages plumbing-related preventive maintenance programs, including valve exercising, system flushing, inspection of plumbing and hydronic systems, and routine verification of critical equipment and components.
• Maintains accurate plumbing system documentation, including valve tag charts, system notes, equipment records, and other reference materials needed to support safe operation, troubleshooting, emergency response, and long-term maintenance planning.
• Maintains and organizes their own plumbing workshop area, including commonly used parts, tools, fittings, and supplies. Manages inventory accuracy and communicates material ordering needs to ensure plumbing work can be completed safely, efficiently, and with minimal delay.
• Utilizes the resort’s digital work order, ticketing, and inventory tracking systems by phone, tablet, or computer to receive assignments, document work performed, update task status, track materials, and support accurate maintenance records.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor, which could be directly related, or unrelated to original position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities; however, the Master Plumber may provide technical guidance, hands‑on training, and mentorship to future apprentices or developing technicians as future department needs and opportunities arise.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Fifth year college or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS

This position requires the ability to send and receive emails, conduct online research to assist with troubleshooting and product applications, use Word and Excel at a basic level, and learn other applications used in daily business operations. This includes utilizing the resort’s digital work order, ticketing, and inventory tracking systems by phone, tablet, or computer to receive assignments, document work performed, update task status, track materials, and support accurate maintenance records.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a valid Driver’s License and eligibility for enrollment on the resort’s Motor Vehicle Insurance policy. Must possess State of Vermont issued master or journeyman’s plumber’s license.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong understanding of construction and maintenance practices and safe work practices.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Must have strong interpersonal and management skills. Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Special vision requirements of this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid (non-weather) conditions, working near moving mechanical parts, working in high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, extreme (non-weather) heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme (non-weather) cold, risk of electrical shock, working with explosives and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate but can be loud or very loud.

RESORT CONDITIONS

This is a Winter Resort Area. It requires that work venues are varied, and in many cases include steep stairways, multilevel buildings and outdoor work areas, subject to very cold, sometimes wet or very sunny work sites. Some facilities are located at the base or bottom area, and some are semi-remote and can only be reached by traveling via chair lift(s), skis or snowboards. Walking surfaces are frequently frozen, sloped and slippery. Proper footwear is a must, indoors and out. Workdays and hours, as well as the number of hours required will vary, with an emphasis on weekends and holidays.