Licensed Residential Plumber (up to $34/hr + Commission!)

AirNow Cooling and Heating•Millbrook, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

AirNow, a Southern Home Services company, is seeking a Service Plumber to perform residential plumbing service work, including troubleshooting, installation, and repair. The plumber diagnoses issues, carries out repairs and installations, and ensures work meets quality standards and local codes. Success requires strong problem-solving skills and effective communication with homeowners. The role includes diagnosing plumbing-system and equipment problems; assessing whether repairs or replacements are needed; installing and assembling plumbing systems and equipment; working on water and gas systems, pipes, fittings, and components; testing for leaks; maintaining plumbing systems; managing vehicle inventory; and keeping tools, equipment, and safety equipment in proper condition. Additional duties may be assigned. The position involves physically demanding work in indoor and outdoor settings, including attics and crawlspaces, and regular exposure to extreme temperatures and adverse weather. Southern Home Services states that it will make reasonable accommodations to allow employees to perform the essential functions of the job.

Requirements

Alabama Journeyman or Master Plumber License.
At least 2 years of hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and repairing residential and commercial plumbing systems.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Proficiency in reading blueprints, technical drawings, and job specifications.
Expertise installing, maintaining, and repairing water, gas, and sewage systems.
Familiarity with local and state plumbing codes and regulations.
Experience using plumbing tools and equipment such as pipe cutters, threaders, and soldering tools.
Ability to diagnose complex plumbing issues and recommend effective solutions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with customers, team members, and supervisors.
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy materials, working in confined spaces, and handling tools for extended periods.
In-depth knowledge of safety protocols and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
Proven customer-service skills, professionalism, and focus on customer satisfaction.
Basic knowledge of mobile apps and work-management software for tracking tasks and reporting job progress.
Ability to lead apprentices, work within a team, and coordinate with other trades on larger projects.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and emergency calls, as needed.
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to climb ladders; access attics and crawlspaces; navigate tight spaces; drive; push, carry, and pull; use hand tools; and perform fine-detail work.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms, and regularly stoop, kneel, bend, and crouch.
Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including attics and crawlspaces, with regular exposure to extreme heat or cold and adverse weather such as wind, rain, ice, or snow.

Responsibilities

Diagnose problems and failures in plumbing systems and equipment.
Determine whether customer repairs or replacements are needed.
Install and assemble plumbing systems and equipment, including valves, pipe fittings, and pipes.
Install, maintain, and repair water and gas systems, pipes, fittings, and components.
Test for leaks using compressed air and/or water to confirm functionality and safety.
Repair and maintain plumbing systems, including replacing washers, mending burst pipes, and clearing clogged drains.
Manage vehicle inventory of plumbing supplies by checking stock, placing orders, and verifying receipts.
Keep tools and equipment operational by following manufacturer instructions and established procedures.
Maintain safety equipment.
Perform additional duties as assigned.