Plumbing Technician

JLL • Chicago, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This skilled trades position involves comprehensive facility maintenance, with an emphasis on commercial and institutional plumbing systems, medical gas systems, and steam operations. The Plumbing Technician installs, repairs, and maintains plumbing fixtures and related systems, performs pipe work, and uses technical documentation to complete assignments. The role is on-site in Chicago, Illinois, and is scheduled for first shift, Sunday through Thursday. The position does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of building plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local codes and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and service manuals.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems, including tablet devices.
• Capability to rod all types of waste and drain lines.
• Ability to comply with plumbing codes in all work.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently using technical documentation.
• Physical strength and dexterity to perform work assignments, including regularly lifting objects weighing 20–50 lbs.
• Stamina for hands-on technical work and operation of construction tools and equipment.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair faucets, lavatories, toilets, flush valves, sinks, drinking fountains, and domestic water heaters that are steam-, electric-, or gas-fired.
• Work with kitchen equipment and steam stations, and construct anti-siphon devices.
• Cut, flange, and thread stainless steel, PVC, galvanized, black iron, and copper pipe.
• Solder copper with soft solder and apply fittings and valves of various types and sizes.
• Maintain medical gas systems and room outlets, high- and low-pressure steam systems, pumping systems, fire protection systems, and various pump types.
• Rodd waste and drain lines of all types.
• Perform work in compliance with applicable plumbing codes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and service manuals to complete assignments.
• Use computerized maintenance management systems, including tablet devices.
• Work independently using technical documentation.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
• Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional health

What This Job Offers

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