Plumbing Technician

O’Brien Service Company; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A local plumbing service provider is looking for a Plumbing Technician in Wilmington, NC. The role involves installing and repairing plumbing fixtures, managing customer relationships, and ensuring all tasks meet safety and code standards. Ideal candidates should have strong troubleshooting, customer service skills, valid driver’s license, and be able to work in various weather conditions. Successful candidates will be reliable, able to follow safety protocols, and must demonstrate a professional appearance at all times.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle the physical workload and perform physical labor.
• Must possess strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Willing to work in all types of weather.
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Excellent math skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Readiness for physical labor for extended periods.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking abilities.
• Advanced customer service skills.
• Operate equipment in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Bid jobs for customers and draft contracts.
• Install or repair various plumbing fixtures and systems.
• Test systems for leaks and ensure code compliance.
• Manage inventory and communicate professionally with customers.
• Test pipe systems/fixtures for leaks.
• Ensure manufacturer specifications are met for systems/fixtures.
• Dig trenches as needed.
• Move equipment to/from job site; manage materials.
• Communicate with customers professionally and offer upgrades.
• Diagnose malfunctions; repair/maintain plumbing systems.
• Cut/fabricate/assemble various materials.
• Ensure installations meet codes and are properly sized/aligned.
• Drive to job sites as required.
• Lead apprentices or helpers as assigned.
• Read/interprets blueprints and plans.
• Maintain professional appearance.
• Handle after-hours calls.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid drivers license

Ability to use tools of the trade

Excellent written and verbal skills

Ability to work in all types of weather

Ability to follow safety policies

Excellent math skills

Ability to read blueprints

Strong troubleshooting skills

Advanced customer service skills

Customer service

Safe equipment operation

Tools

Plumbing snakes

Drills

Saws

Screwdrivers

Augers

Measuring tape

Levels

Job description

Description

Pay Scale:

Pay per hour, based on skills and experience. Particulars can be discussed during the interview.

Plumbing Technician Qualifications:

• Valid drivers license
• Ability to use tools of the trade, including but not limited to plumbing snakes, augers, drills, saws, hammers, measuring tape, levels, and screwdrivers
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Willing to work in all types of weather
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures
• Excellent math skills
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Ability to handle the physical workload and perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
• Advanced customer service skills
• Operate equipment in a safe manner

Plumbing Technician Responsibilities:

• Bid jobs for customers
• Draft and approve contracts to perform work
• Removing, replacing, installing, or repairing all types of plumbing fixtures such as water closets, sinks, drinking fountains, showers, kitchen, laboratory, and other heating, water, or drainage systems according to plumbing codes
• Assemble and install valve and fittings
• Test pipe systems and fixtures for leaks
• Ensure all requirements as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures are met
• Dig trenches when needed
• Haul equipment to and from the work site from the work truck
• Take inventory and track how many materials are for each job
• Communicate with all customers in a positive and professional manner
• Work with customers to make recommendations on the purchase of new equipment
• Diagnosing malfunctions, repair and maintenance of plumbing and piping systems, including clearing plugged waste lines
• Cut, fit, fabricate, and assemble a wide variety of articles, materials, and devices, including steel, copper, brass, glass, plastic, cast iron, corrosion-resistant pip, tile, and concrete
• Ensure all installations, repairs, and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported, and graded
• Ensure all installations, repairs, and maintenance meet the requirements of all applicable codes
• Drive motor vehicle as required
• Lead apprentices or helpers as assigned
• Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and sketches
• Maintain professional appearance at all times
• Run after hours calls as required
• Other duties as assigned