Plumber

Southern Home Services•Jacksonville, FL

12d

About The Position

David Gray, a Southern Home Services company, is seeking a Service Plumber to perform residential plumbing service work, including troubleshooting, installation, and repair. The role diagnoses plumbing issues, determines whether repair or replacement is appropriate, and completes work to quality standards and applicable local codes. It requires effective communication with homeowners, problem-solving, safe work practices, and coordination with team members and other trades. Work may take place indoors and outdoors, including in attics and crawlspaces, and may involve flexible hours, weekends, and emergency calls.

Requirements

At least 2 years of hands-on experience installing, maintaining, and repairing residential and commercial plumbing systems.
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 work, including lifting heavy materials, working in confined spaces, and using tools for extended periods.
In-depth knowledge of safety protocols and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
Proven customer-service ability, with professionalism and a 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 well within a team, and coordinate with other trades.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and emergency calls, as needed.
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and 3 years of driving experience.
Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally; 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, and sit; talk or hear in person and by telephone; 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 and tolerate regular exposure to extreme heat or cold and adverse weather, including wind, rain, ice, or snow.

Nice To Haves

Active and valid Journeyman Plumbing License.
Additional certifications, such as backflow prevention or gas piping.

Responsibilities

Diagnose problems and failures in plumbing systems and equipment.
Determine whether customer systems require repair or replacement.
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 plumbing systems for leaks using compressed air and/or water.
Repair and maintain plumbing systems by replacing washers, mending burst pipes, and clearing clogged drains.
Manage vehicle inventory of plumbing supplies by checking stock, placing orders, and verifying receipts.
Keep equipment and tools operational by following manufacturers’ instructions and established procedures.
Maintain safety equipment.
Lead apprentices, work with the team, and coordinate with other trades on larger projects.
Perform additional duties as assigned.