Plumber/Leak Detection Technician

Michael Horrigan • San Jose, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

American Leak Detection is seeking highly motivated individuals for a career as a Plumber/Leak Detection Technician. This full-time, year-round position involves performing plumbing installs and repairs while learning leak detection techniques. The role is ideal for mechanically inclined individuals comfortable with technology, outdoor work, and flexible schedules, including nights and weekends. The company provides comprehensive training, all necessary tools, and a fully stocked company vehicle.

Requirements

• Mechanically inclined.
• Experience with power tools.
• Comfortable with learning and using new technology.
• Comfortable swimming.
• Enjoy working outside, in a variety of conditions.
• Appreciate working a flexible schedule, night shifts or weekends as our customer might need.
• Enjoy, and be able, to perform intermittent, sometimes heavy, physical labor.
• Proficient in patch back of a variety of pool deck surfaces including exposed aggregate and kool deck.
• Current Driver’s License, with relatively clean driving record.
• Ability to create well written and concise reports to effectively describe the leak issue or repair.
• Self-motivated, enjoy working independently, self-starter, organized, and enjoys being self-directed.
• Ability to swim.
• Neat appearance / Has a high standard of professionalism and character.
• Mechanically inclined, knows how to use a variety of tools.
• Ability to take on physical work and capable of moving/lifting up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Vast pool experience.
• Diving certificate.
• Any plumbing, mechanical, pool experience and construction background is a big plus.
• Exceptional team player; fun, energetic, goal oriented, positive, optimistic, and great attitude!
• Enjoy being in a job that rewards intuitive, hardworking, fast, efficient, people who have no problem wearing uniform, and with a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform installs of water monitoring systems and automatic water shut off devices on residential and commercial buildings.
• Perform slab and service line repairs for residential and commercial buildings.
• Perform full scope pool and spa repairs, including spot repairs, repipes, skimmer and wall fitting replacements, and above and below ground repairs.
• Rebuild manifolds.
• Master underground leak locating equipment.
• Swim in pools for detection or repair services.
• Communicate with management, colleagues, and customers.
• Provide professional courteous customer service.
• Work outdoors and away from the office.

Benefits

• Hourly pay and/or commission
• Overtime pay (as applicable)
• Paid Travel Time (as applicable)
• Medical, Dental, Prescription Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick time
• Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

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