Commercial Plumber IV

Engineering Excellence National Account•Leesport, PA

About The Position

The Commercial Plumber IV performs advanced plumbing repair, maintenance, and installation work across commercial, construction, maintenance, and residential environments. The role diagnoses customer problems, helps prevent system breakdowns and callbacks, interprets plans and specifications, determines material and equipment needs, installs and repairs piping and fixtures, and supports system testing and leak detection. It also includes directing helpers, maintaining vehicles, tools, and inventory, keeping required licenses current, and representing the company professionally. The position requires compliance with company and applicable safety procedures and regulations, and may include training new plumbers. Flexible hours and on-call shifts may be required. Engineering Excellence describes its workplace as a team that values safety, quality workmanship, and mutual support. It offers competitive pay of $25 to $55 per hour, based on experience, and a benefits package that includes paid time off, company holidays, insurance programs, retirement savings with company matching, supplemental benefits, and training opportunities through Experts University.

Requirements

On-the-job and formal classroom training in plumbing work in construction, maintenance, commercial, and residential environments.
Seven years’ experience in plumbing repair, maintenance, and installation in addition to on-the-job training; the posting also lists a minimum experience of 6+ years.
Plumbing and/or gas license as required by applicable local, state, provincial, or national regulations.
Required EPA and safety certifications.
Current knowledge of, and continuing education in, national, state, and local plumbing codes.
Proficient mechanical aptitude and ability to operate the tools and equipment needed for plumbing projects.
Knowledge of machines and tools used to construct or repair houses, buildings, and other structures, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Working proficiency in basic mathematics and metric and standard measurements.
Proficiency reading wiring diagrams and troubleshooting plumbing systems and equipment.
Effective communication skills to address customer issues, complaints, and concerns.
Effective time-management and organizational skills.
Willingness to train new plumbers in technical skills and company procedures.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Availability to work flexible hours and on-call shifts as needed.
Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders and attic stairs, and maneuver in attics, basements, and crawl spaces.
Ability to continually climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
Ability to work in varied environmental conditions, including hot or cold, indoor or outdoor, dry or humid settings, slippery surfaces, heights, and congested areas.
Ability to safely climb ladders rated for a 300-pound load capacity.
Natural or corrected vision sufficient for close, distance, and peripheral vision with normal depth perception.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance and lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Minimum education: High School Diploma/GED.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the HVAC industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze, diagnose, and resolve customer problems in a courteous, professional, timely, and accurate manner.
Identify potential plumbing problems to prevent premature or unexpected breakdowns and callbacks.
Maintain and repair plumbing systems carrying water, steam, chemicals, and fuel, including replacing defective washers, repairing or replacing pipes, and clearing clogged drains.
Repair or replace plumbing fixtures; test joints and piping systems for leaks; and measure, cut, thread, bend, ream, and install pipe and fittings.
Inspect high-pressure, air, steam, water, and gas systems to identify malfunctions.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, and fittings using appropriate fasteners, adhesives, caulking, soldering, brazing, or welding equipment and techniques.
Weld small pipes or specialized piping using appropriate techniques, equipment, or materials.
Locate and mark pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures, and cut openings to accommodate installations.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances, and plumbing fixtures using hand or power tools.
Anchor steel supports to ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems and extend piping to connect fixtures as needed.
Review blueprints, building codes, and specifications; interpret drawings; assess material and equipment needs; determine installation sequence; and plan around obstructions.
Fill pipes or fixtures with water or air and use pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Direct helpers engaged in pipe cutting, preassembly, or installation of plumbing systems and components.
Ensure company property, vehicles, and tools are used, maintained, and accounted for properly.
Maintain current plumbing and/or gas licenses as required by government regulations.
Follow standard procedures; keep the company vehicle properly stocked; return defective warranty parts to the branch; and order or replenish vehicle stock as needed.
Represent the company professionally, honestly, and ethically in business matters and activities.
Perform similar or other duties as needed or assigned.
Report unsafe acts, conditions, hazards, injuries, incidents, and policy or legislative violations as required.
Correct substandard acts or conditions within the employee’s area of control and use and maintain required personal protective equipment.
Comply with safety procedures, participate in safety initiatives, and provide input on plans to eliminate accident exposures.
Train new plumbers in technical skills and company procedures as needed.