Journeyman Residential Service Plumber

Journeyman Residential Service Plumber

Location: Chicago, IL
Job Type: Full-Time | Year-Round Residential Service
Compensation: Base Salary of $125,000 + Performance Incentives | Total Compensation Potential of $200,000+ annually

Build a Long-Term Career with Guaranteed Income and Exceptional Benefits

Baethke Plumbing is hiring an experienced Journeyman Residential Service Plumber to join our growing team. This is a rare opportunity in the Chicago market offering a true guaranteed base salary of $125,000 annually, additional performance incentives, and one of the strongest retirement and benefits packages available in the trades.

This is not a commission-only role, and your income does not depend on seasonality or fluctuating call volume. We offer consistent year-round work, strong dispatch support, and a workplace where skilled technicians are respected and fairly compensated for delivering quality service.

In this role, you will diagnose, repair, maintain, and service residential plumbing systems while delivering an exceptional customer experience. You will work directly with homeowners to identify concerns, clearly explain solutions, and complete repairs with professionalism and craftsmanship. Success in this role comes from strong technical ability, quality workmanship, customer communication, and taking ownership of your work in the field.

• Guaranteed base salary of $125,000 annually (based on experience and credentials)
• Performance incentives with total earning potential of $200,000+ annually
• Stable, year-round income regardless of seasonality or call volume
• Employer contribution of $5 per hour into a 401(k)
• Employer contribution of $13 per hour into a pension plan
• More than $36,000 annually invested into retirement benefits by the company

• High guaranteed earnings with additional income potential
• Consistent residential service demand and reliable scheduling
• Organized dispatch support that helps technicians stay productive
• Leadership team that respects and supports field employees
• Established company with long-term stability and a strong local reputation
• Continued training and opportunities for career growth

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and up to 10 dependents
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company vehicle and uniforms provided
• Quarterly and annual company outings tied to team goals
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Active Journeyman Plumbing License required
• 5+ years of residential plumbing service experience preferred
• Strong troubleshooting, repair, and diagnostic abilities
• Ability to communicate professionally and confidently with homeowners
• Commitment to delivering quality workmanship and customer satisfaction
• Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record

If you are an experienced Journeyman Residential Service Plumber seeking guaranteed income, exceptional benefits, and long-term financial security, Baethke Plumbing offers a career path that stands apart from typical residential service roles.

Apply today to join the Baethke Plumbing team.