Master Plumber, Facility Services

Walmart • Hinesville, GA

12d • $35 - $70 • Onsite

About The Position

The Master Plumber performs preventive maintenance and repairs on facilities, equipment, and fixtures, including plumbing systems. The role inspects, cleans, tests, and repairs equipment; documents maintenance and repair activities; identifies wear and replacement needs; and responds promptly to emergency calls. Work includes pressure testing for leaks and installing water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and gas lines, using tools and equipment such as hand tools, power tools, and hoists.

As the plumbing subject-matter expert and lead, this position analyzes complex issues, plans large-scale repairs or modifications, ensures work complies with applicable plumbing codes, and serves as the primary contact for external plumbing contractors and inspectors. The role mentors and trains Journeyman and Apprentice Plumbers and other Maintenance associates, and reviews work quality.

The position manages work orders, maintenance schedules, contractor requirements, parts and equipment orders, purchasing records, warranties, and other written and electronic documentation. It coordinates with managers, coworkers, customers, contractors, and business partners; supports team assignments and business needs; follows OSHA and EPA requirements and company safety and ethics policies; and helps ensure work meets applicable regulations and Walmart standards.

Additional duties include maintaining and operating vehicles, submitting maintenance invoices, verifying vehicle insurance, and operating and inspecting heavy machinery and powered equipment in accordance with training and safety requirements. The position participates in an on-call rotation approximately every 4–6 weeks to support business-critical needs outside standard business hours. The associate wears a company uniform and badge and performs other facility-related maintenance duties as assigned.

The position is based at 1100 N 1st St, Jesup, Georgia. The hourly wage range is $35.00–$70.00, with possible premiums of $0.35–$3.00 per hour in specific circumstances.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in the plumbing trade; Master-level experience is preferred.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license and ability to pass a motor vehicle report.
• Licensed Master Plumber or equivalent in good standing in the state of work.
• License in a related trade in the city and/or state of work.
• Ability to comply with applicable plumbing codes, safety requirements, and company policies.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation approximately every 4–6 weeks and respond outside standard business hours.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a 2-year vocational or technical trade program.
• Intermediate-level experience with word processing, spreadsheet, email, and presentation software such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Previous supervisory or team lead experience.
• Master-level plumbing experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on facilities, equipment, and fixtures; inspect, clean, repair, and document their condition and maintenance activities.
• Identify wear and tear, gather capital expense information, recommend repairs, and determine replacement needs.
• Perform major and minor repairs using multiple craft skills, including plumbing and other facility maintenance skills.
• Inspect, operate, and test equipment to diagnose problems; dismantle equipment to access defective parts; and use blueprints, manuals, or parts catalogs as needed.
• Respond promptly to emergency calls and document repair activities.
• Perform pressure tests to identify leaks and install water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and gas lines.
• Analyze complex plumbing issues, design and plan solutions for large-scale repairs or modifications, and ensure plumbing work complies with local, state, and national codes.
• Serve as the primary contact for external plumbing contractors and inspectors.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Journeyman and Apprentice Plumbers and other Maintenance associates; conduct training and review work quality.
• Manage work orders, maintenance schedules, contractors, expense vouchers, summaries, maintenance logs, orders, purchases, and warranty claims.
• Compare parts and travel costs; order parts and replacement equipment; track orders; and record purchases and usage.
• Ensure contractors follow Walmart quality standards, safety requirements, and contract requirements; identify and report deficiencies.
• Comply with OSHA and EPA regulations and ensure work meets applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Lead and participate in teams, coordinate work assignments, determine customer needs and business priorities, and support timely, quality completion of work.
• Follow safety procedures, report safety violations, maintain assigned tools and equipment, and coordinate with relevant business partners.
• Participate in an on-call rotation approximately every 4–6 weeks; respond to incidents or requests outside standard business hours and resolve or escalate issues as needed.
• Maintain vehicles in working and clean condition, arrange required maintenance, ensure alternate driving support is arranged when needed, and submit vehicle maintenance invoices.
• Safely operate motor vehicles; check fuel, water, brakes, signals, and lights; ensure required vehicle documents are present; and verify insurance coverage and validity.
• Operate, inspect, and maneuver heavy machinery and powered equipment; perform pre-operation and post-operation inspections and address or escalate hazards or malfunctions.
• Wear the company uniform and badge and perform other assigned facility-related maintenance duties.
• Demonstrate Walmart values and support company policies, ethics, inclusion, customer service, continuous improvement, and associate development.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k).
• Stock purchase plan.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Company discounts.
• Military Leave Pay.
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
• Walmart-paid Live Better U education program, including tuition, books, and fees for eligible programs.
• Performance-based bonus awards.
• Possible hourly premiums in specific circumstances.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed