Commercial Journeyman Plumber - Lead Plumber

Commercial Plumber - Lead Plumber

Location:

Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky & Southwest Ohio
Company:
Favorite Excavation & Piping
Job Type: Full-Time Commercial Construction
Experience Level: Mid-level
Salary: $30-$45/hour based on experience with benefits

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly pay based on experience and qualifications
Frequent prevailing wage project opportunities
Quarterly performance based bonuses
Health insurance
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Retirement plan
Company-provided truck and fuel card
Overtime opportunities
Career advancement into a working foreman position

About Favorite Excavation & Piping

Favorite Excavation & Piping is a family-owned commercial plumbing and excavation contractor serving Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky.

We specialize in commercial and industrial plumbing, new construction, renovations, underground utilities, and related construction services.

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Journeyman Plumber who takes pride in quality workmanship, works efficiently, and is capable of independently managing commercial plumbing installations.

This is an opportunity for a skilled tradesperson who wants responsibility, independence, and the potential to grow into a leadership position as our company expands.

Position Overview

The ideal candidate can take a commercial plumbing project from construction drawings through installation, testing, and inspection with minimal supervision.

You will be responsible for performing installations, coordinating materials, solving field problems, and providing direction to an apprentice or small crew.

We are looking for someone who can both lead the work and perform the work.

Key Responsibilities

Independently interpret commercial plumbing drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
Lay out and install underground and above ground sanitary, waste, vent, and domestic water systems.
Install commercial plumbing fixtures, equipment, and associated piping systems.
Plan installation sequences and coordinate material and equipment requirements.
Direct, train, and oversee an apprentice while maintaining productivity and workmanship standards.
Identify field conflicts and coordinate solutions with project management and other trades.
Perform pressure testing, inspections, and system commissioning as applicable.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized jobsite.
Communicate daily progress, material needs, and potential project delays.
Complete assigned work efficiently while maintaining quality and code compliance.

Required Qualifications

Minimum eight years of hands-on commercial plumbing experience or equivalent demonstrated competency.
Proven ability to independently install commercial plumbing systems from construction drawings.
Strong knowledge of commercial plumbing materials, installation methods, and applicable codes.

Experience with underground DWV, above ground plumbing, domestic water distribution, and fixture installation.
Ability to troubleshoot field conditions and make sound installation decisions.
Ability to lead and train an apprentice.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to jobsites throughout our service area.
Ability to meet applicable licensing and registration requirements for assigned work.

Preferred Qualifications

Active City of Cincinnati or City of Dayton Journeyman Plumber License.
Experience leading commercial plumbing installations or small crews.

Experience with commercial and industrial new construction.
Familiarity with construction documentation, digital plans, and jobsite reporting software.

Why Join FE&P?

We're a growing, family-owned contractor where experienced tradespeople have the opportunity to take ownership of their work, make decisions in the field, and contribute directly to the company's success.

We value reliability, craftsmanship, integrity, and the ability to solve problems independently.

We're looking for a long-term team member who wants more than just another plumbing job.

Prevailing Wage Opportunities

Favorite Excavation & Piping performs a significant amount of prevailing wage work on public construction projects throughout our service area. Employees assigned to qualifying projects receive the applicable prevailing wage rates and required fringe benefits in accordance with project requirements.

This provides opportunities to earn higher compensation on qualifying projects in addition to our competitive standard pay and benefits package.

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