Plumbing Specialist

JLL•Houston, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

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. Journeyman Plumber – Commercial High ‑ Rise Facilities – JLL What this job involves: As a Journeyman Plumber at JLL, you will support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a Class B commercial high ‑ rise property. This role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing domestic water, drainage, and plumbing infrastructure that directly impacts tenant comfort and building performance. You will work closely with the on ‑ site engineering and property management teams to ensure plumbing systems operate in compliance with code, safety standards, and JLL service expectations. What your day-to-day will look like:

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Journeyman Plumber License as required by state or local jurisdiction.
Minimum of 3–5 years of commercial plumbing experience.
Demonstrated experience with multi ‑ story or large ‑ scale plumbing systems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, riser diagrams, and schematics.
Strong troubleshooting skills for plumbing, drainage, and pump systems.
Working knowledge of plumbing codes, safety practices, and OSHA requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in commercial high ‑ rise, institutional, or office facilities.
Backflow prevention certification.
Experience maintaining booster pumps, recirculation systems, sump pumps, and sewage ejectors.
Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS) related to plumbing equipment.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
Medical gas, brazing, or additional trade certifications.
Strong customer service skills and experience interacting with tenants.

Responsibilities

Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of domestic water, sanitary sewer, venting, and storm drainage systems.
Troubleshoot and repair piping, valves, fixtures, pumps, water heaters, pressure regulators, and backflow preventers.
Support high ‑ rise plumbing systems, including vertical risers, pressure zones, booster pumps, and mechanical room equipment.
Respond to service requests and plumbing emergencies while minimizing disruption to building occupants.
Execute preventive maintenance tasks such as valve exercising, drain cleaning, pump testing, and fixture inspections.
Coordinate plumbing shutdowns, isolation, and restoration activities with engineering and property management teams.
Document completed work, inspections, and repairs in the computerized work order system.