Union Plumber

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is hiring a licensed Plumber for on-site work across Detroit-area schools and facilities. You will inspect, repair, and replace plumbing systems, work on domestic water and drainage, and respond to routine and emergency work orders.

Strong communication and documentation skills are essential. Must hold a Michigan plumber license; HS diploma or equivalent required, apprenticeship preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Michigan journey plumber license required; additional licensing preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; plumbing apprenticeship or training preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining commercial or institutional plumbing systems; school-facility experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and replacing plumbing systems across assigned schools and facilities.
• Responding to routine and emergency work orders involving water, drainage, restrooms, kitchens, and equipment.
• Collaborating with maintenance managers, administrators, vendors, and district reps to keep facilities safe and ready for use.
• Strong troubleshooting, independent judgment, accurate documentation, and professional service in occupied environments.

Skills

Licensed plumber

High school diploma

Plumbing apprenticeship

Troubleshooting skills

Reading plans/diagrams

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Michigan plumbing license/education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500 company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM.

Pay $39.72 hourly

What this job involves

• The Plumber is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and replacing plumbing systems and components across assigned schools and support facilities.
• This position responds to routine and emergency work orders involving domestic water, sanitary and storm drainage, restrooms, kitchens, water heaters, piping, valves, traps, fixtures, and related equipment.
• The Plumber works collaboratively with Maintenance Area Managers, school administrators, GDI personnel, vendors, and District representatives to keep facilities safe, sanitary, code-compliant, and ready for instruction and community use.
• This position requires strong troubleshooting skills, sound independent judgment, accurate documentation, and professional service in occupied school environments.

Qualifications

• Current Michigan journey plumber license required for work that must be performed by a licensed plumber; additional licensing or endorsements are preferred where relevant to assigned duties.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a recognized plumbing apprenticeship or equivalent training preferred.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining commercial or institutional plumbing systems; school-facility experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of plumbing codes, tools, materials, fixtures, piping systems, drainage equipment, and safe work practices.
• Ability to read plans, diagrams, equipment documentation, and work-order information and to use mobile or computer-based maintenance systems.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and customer-service skills.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and ability to pass required background and drug screening.
• Ability to work independently, travel among assigned facilities, and participate in scheduled on-call or after-hours coverage.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift and carry tools, equipment, and materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or mechanical means used for heavier items.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and work in confined or elevated spaces for extended periods.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and in mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, restrooms, kitchens, and other active school environments.
• Regular exposure to water, noise, dust, odors, chemicals, sewage-contaminated materials, and other conditions typical of plumbing maintenance; required protective measures must be followed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location: On-site –Detroit, MI

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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