Regional Plumber

Oakland Heights Senior Living; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland Heights Senior Living is seeking a regional plumber to support multiple communities. This full‑time role covers installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems in residential and light commercial settings, with travel between sites as needed.

The successful candidate will respond to urgent issues, perform inspections, interpret blueprints, and coordinate with onsite teams while adhering to state and local codes.

Qualifications

• Experience as a plumber in residential, commercial, or multi-unit housing.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve a wide range of plumbing issues.
• Fluent reading of blueprints, schematics, and layouts.
• Familiarity with pipe threading, soldering, and welding.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems across assigned communities.
• Respond to urgent leaks, clogs, and equipment failures with minimal disruption.
• Inspect systems regularly to identify hazards and inefficiencies.
• Interpret blueprints and schematics for accurate layouts.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely for plumbing tasks.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams for repairs and upgrades.
• Document work with parts used, time spent, and follow-up actions.
• Assist with plumbing during turnovers or renovations.
• Adhere to state/local plumbing codes and safety standards.
• Provide clear communication with residents and staff.
• Travel between communities as needed; participate in on-call rotations.
• Open availability on weekends and holidays.

Skills

Plumbing experience across multipleEnV

Blueprints/Schematics interpretation

Troubleshooting/diagnostic skills

Customer service/communication

Bay Area travel eligibility

Tools

Pipe threading

Soldering

Welding

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

****We are seeking a skilled, dependable, and highly adaptable Regional Plumber to support multiple senior living communities!

This full-time role is ideal for a professional who excels in troubleshooting, installation, and maintenance of plumbing systems in both residential and light commercial settings. The Regional Plumber will travel between communities as needed and must have open availability, including weekends and holidays, to respond to urgent maintenance needs.

Position Overview

The Regional Plumber plays a key role in ensuring the safety, comfort, and functionality of our senior living environments. This individual will provide high-quality plumbing support across several buildings, address both routine and emergency repairs, and collaborate with onsite maintenance teams to maintain community standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, fixtures, water lines, drainage systems, and related equipment across assigned communities.
• Respond to urgent plumbing issues, including leaks, clogs, and equipment malfunctions, ensuring minimal disruption to residents.
• Conduct scheduled inspections to identify hazards, inefficiencies, or potential system failures.
• Interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents to ensure accurate system layout and installation.
• Use appropriate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
• Collaborate with community maintenance teams and leadership to coordinate repairs, renovations, or plumbing‑related upgrades.
• Document all work performed, including parts used, time spent, and recommended follow‑up actions.
• Assist with plumbing needs during unit turnovers, renovations, or community improvement projects.
• Maintain strict adherence to state and local plumbing codes, health regulations, and safety standards.
• Provide excellent customer service by communicating clearly with residents, staff, and managers, ensuring satisfaction with completed work.
• Travel between multiple communities as assigned, sometimes on short notice, depending on community needs.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation and remain available for weekends and holidays as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a plumber in residential, commercial, or multi‑unit housing environments.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with the ability to diagnose and resolve a wide range of plumbing issues.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and plumbing system layouts.
• Experience with pipe threading, soldering, welding, and use of specialized plumbing equipment.
• Familiarity with HVAC, water heaters, and building mechanical systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, including OSHA guidelines and local plumbing codes.
• Effective use of hand tools and power tools specific to plumbing work.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and customer‑service skills for interacting with residents and team members.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the Bay Area as needed.

Work schedule:

• Open availability is required, particularly on weekends.

EEOC Statement

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Duties may be modified or assigned as needs evolve.

We maintain a drug‑free workplace. All employees are required to undergo background checks and drug screenings to ensure a safe and supportive environment for our residents and staff.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, or any other protected status under federal or state law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).