Technician; Plumbing Construction

About the role

• The New Construction Plumbing Technician is responsible for installing plumbing systems for commercial and residential projects, ensuring work is completed to code, meets safety standards, and delivers high-quality service to customers.

What you’ll do

• Install and repair plumbing systems including water supply lines, drainage systems, and gas piping.
• Install underground/below-slab plumbing (waste, vent, and water lines) prior to slab pour, ensuring proper layout per plan.
• Rough-in plumbing systems for multi-unit and commercial buildings, including stub-outs for future fixtures.
• Install and connect sanitary sewer, storm drain, and water distribution systems in coordination with other trades.
• Set and calibrate backflow prevention devices, grease interceptors, and sump/ejector pump systems as required.
• Perform top-out plumbing work, including venting and DWV (drain-waste-vent) systems, before drywall installation.
• Coordinate with general contractors, project managers, and other trades (electrical, HVAC) to avoid conflicts and stay on schedule.
• Read and interpret commercial construction blueprints, isometric drawings, and plumbing specifications, flagging discrepancies before installation.
• Perform pressure testing and inspection prep on rough-in and underground work to ensure code compliance ahead of inspections.
• Serve as an onsite point of contact and leader for apprentices and helpers, providing guidance and on-the-job coaching.
• Work with PEX, PVC, copper, cast iron, and other plumbing materials common in commercial applications.
• Install water heaters, faucets, toilets, and other plumbing fixtures during trim-out.
• Operate hand and power tools to complete installations and repairs.
• Maintain a clean and safe worksite and adhere to company safety standards, including OSHA requirements for commercial job sites.
• Maintain a clean and organized company-assigned vehicle.
• Safely maintain and keep up with company-provided technology.
• Keep detailed records of work completed using mobile software, including job notes and pictures, for each construction phase (underground, rough-in, top-out, trim, final).

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in residential and/or commercial plumbing.
• Completion of a plumbing apprenticeship program preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record (CDL preferred, though required for hauling roles).
• Ability to pass DOT physical and drug/alcohol screening, if applicable.
• Maintain active DOT medical card.
• OSHA 10/30 or other safety certifications desired/not required

The pay range for this role is:

23 - 28 USD per hour (US)