Plumber

Roto-Rooter; Ravensworth (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Roto-Rooter in Ravensworth, Virginia is seeking a Journeyman Plumber to join their team. The role requires handling various plumbing services and providing excellent customer service. Candidates should have a valid driver’s license, preferred state plumbing license, and a minimum of three years' plumbing experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, paid vacation, and retirement savings plans. This is a great opportunity for certified plumbing professionals looking for job security and growth within a respected company.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Proven track record in plumbing repair and sales.
• Three or more years of repair and service plumbing experience.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to customer service calls.
• Install and repair plumbing fixtures proficiently.
• Conduct sewer and drain cleaning services.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Plumbing system knowledge

Sales of plumbing products and services

Education

State plumbing license (preferred)

Excavation Certification (OSHA requirement)

Job description

Overview

Journeyman Plumber

Founded in 1935, Roto-Rooter is North America's largest plumbing, drain cleaning, and water cleanup services provider. Roto-Rooter operates businesses in over 100 company‑owned branches, independent contractor territories, and approximately 400 independent franchise operations, serving approximately 90% of the U.S. population and parts of Canada.

If job security, top pay, excellent benefits, and career advancement representing a well‑known national brand are what you're looking for, Roto‑Rooter is the company for you. We pride ourselves in being a great place to work, providing excellent pay (our most experienced plumbers earn more than $100,000 per year), flexible work schedules and top benefits.

Our plumbers provide a wide range of plumbing services, including faucet repairs, water heater installations and plumbing system replacements.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to customer service calls, conduct thorough inspections of plumbing issues, accurately diagnose problems, offer effective solutions and estimates, and successfully close service sales.
• With the necessary licensing, proficiently install and repair various plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, bathtubs, water heaters, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners.
• Conduct sewer and drain cleaning services in diverse environments such as basements, roofs, confined spaces, and close quarters. Ensure thorough cleaning and restoration of work sites to meet pre‑job conditions.
• Prepare invoice, totaling costs of services/products provided. Collect payment and explain Roto‑Rooter guarantee, both in writing and on a provided smartphone.
• Collect payment and move on to the next service call.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license.
• State plumbing license is preferred.
• Three or more years of repair and service plumbing experience required. Proven track record in the sale of plumbing products and services required.
• Full knowledge of plumbing systems is essential for performing duties.
• Plumbers are expected to gain Excavation Certification through Competent Person Training (OSHA requirement) within the first year of employment. Journeyman license or equivalent certification as specified by the state in which branch operates and performs service. Unlicensed plumbers will be expected to obtain certification as soon as they become eligible, if necessary, by state law.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills for effective customer service. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills in client and co‑worker relations.

Benefits

At Roto‑Rooter, we believe our most significant investment is in our employees. We prioritize the health and well‑being of our team and their families. That’s why we offer an extensive employee benefit package including:

• Medical insurance with a Prescription Drug Card
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Training
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Profit Sharing

Roto‑Rooter offers excellent career paths for military veterans and personnel transitioning to civilian professions. Throughout nearly 100 years in business, we’ve found that military training and structure are an excellent fit for our company.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.