Plumbing Mechanic - Charlottesville, VA

Vertical Mechanical Group; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Vertical Mechanical Group is looking for Commercial Plumbing Mechanics in the DMV Region including Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C. This role will involve the installation of commercial plumbing systems on various construction projects.

Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience and will be able to travel across the region. The position offers competitive hourly pay based on experience and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in commercial plumbing.
• Ability to read and interpret plumbing and construction drawings.
• Familiar with hand tools and installation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install commercial plumbing systems including water, sanitary, and storm piping.
• Perform rough-in, layout, and installation procedures.
• Maintain job site safety and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Commercial plumbing installation

Reading plumbing or mechanical drawings

Rough-in plumbing systems

Education

2+ years of commercial plumbing experience

Tools

Hand tools

Installation equipment

Job description

Commercial Plumbing Mechanic

Location: DMV Region (VA / MD / DC)

Pay: Competitive hourly pay based on experience

Prevailing Wage Opportunities: $60-$75 per hour when available depending on project classification

Vertical Mechanical Group (VMG) is seeking Commercial Plumbing Mechanics to support our growing mechanical construction projects across the DMV region.

This role focuses on the installation of commercial plumbing systems on new construction and renovation projects.

Types of Projects

• Multifamily and mixed-use developments
• Universities and educational facilities
• Healthcare and medical buildings
• Office buildings and tenant fit-outs
• Hospitality and hotel projects

Key Responsibilities

• Install commercial plumbing systems including domestic water, sanitary, and storm piping
• Perform rough‑in, layout, and installation according to plumbing and construction drawings
• Install fixtures, valves, and piping systems
• Cut, thread, and assemble piping materials
• Maintain job site safety standards and cleanliness
• Work with foremen and crews to meet project schedules

Apply If You Have Experience With

• Commercial plumbing installation
• Rough‑in plumbing systems
• Domestic water, sanitary, and storm piping
• Reading plumbing or mechanical drawings
• Commercial construction job sites

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial plumbing experience
• Ability to read and interpret plumbing or construction drawings
• Familiar with hand tools and installation equipment used in plumbing work
• Ability to work independently or as part of a crew
• Willingness to travel to project sites across the DMV region
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Prevailing wage project opportunities when available
• Performance‑based bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Steady work across a strong pipeline of commercial HVAC and plumbing construction projects throughout the DMV region
• Opportunities for career growth within a growing mechanical contractor

Many of our foremen and field leaders started their careers at VMG as mechanics and advanced through the company.

Salary: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour