Shift Operator - Plumber

JLL•Pennington, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join JLL as a Shift Operator – Plumber supporting critical infrastructure across two premium client accounts. This essential role ensures 24/7/365 facility operations through expert plumbing services, emergency response, and preventive maintenance. Working a 3/4 week rotating schedule with 12-hour shifts, you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and installing complex plumbing systems while ensuring compliance with all safety standards and local codes. This position offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art facilities while providing exceptional service that keeps our clients' operations running smoothly around the clock.

Requirements

Valid New Jersey plumbing license or equivalent certification with demonstrated expertise in commercial plumbing systems.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in commercial/industrial plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair.
Proven ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays with reliable attendance.
Strong technical skills in reading blueprints, schematics, and building specifications for complex plumbing projects.
Experience with backflow prevention devices, sprinkler systems, and water-based heating systems (boilers, water heaters).
Proficiency in basic computer applications for work order management, reporting, and documentation.
Excellent problem-solving abilities and capacity to respond effectively to emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications in backflow prevention, cross-connection control, or sprinkler system inspection.
Experience working in healthcare, pharmaceutical, or other regulated facility environments.
Knowledge of building automation systems and integrated facility management practices.
Previous experience with preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Strong communication skills with demonstrated ability to interface professionally with clients and vendors.
Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and environmental compliance requirements in commercial facilities.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems, fixtures, water heaters, boilers, and related equipment across multiple client sites.
Read and interpret blueprints, building specifications, and technical documentation to execute plumbing installations and repairs.
Respond promptly to emergency plumbing situations and troubleshoot complex system issues using diagnostic skills and problem-solving expertise.
Conduct routine inspections of plumbing systems, backflow devices, and sprinkler systems while documenting findings and performing necessary repairs.
Complete work orders, inspection reports, and third-party documentation using computer systems and maintaining detailed maintenance records.
Collaborate with vendors, site personnel, and clients while providing exceptional customer service and technical guidance on plumbing system maintenance.
Ensure strict compliance with NJ plumbing codes, safety procedures, and client specifications while participating in on-call rotation schedules.