Commercial Plumbing Service Technician
Commercial Plumbing Service Technician
Washington, DC
Description
Our client is hiring a Commercial Plumbing Service Technician to join their Commercial Services team. In this field-based role, you’ll inspect, diagnose, repair, and install commercial-grade plumbing systems, fixtures, and components across a variety of commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. Projects may include service repairs, preventative maintenance, retrofits, tenant improvements, and light construction work. This position requires strong troubleshooting abilities, technical expertise, and a customer-focused mindset to support office buildings, retail spaces, restaurants, medical facilities, and other commercial properties throughout the DC metropolitan area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair commercial plumbing issues including leaks, clogged drains, low water pressure, and fixture malfunctions
- Perform preventative maintenance on water heaters, boilers, piping systems, and plumbing fixtures
- Install, repair, and maintain commercial toilets, sinks, faucets, grease traps, water filtration systems, and sensor-operated fixtures
- Troubleshoot, repair, and replace large commercial water heaters and plumbing system components
- Perform complex leak detection and temperature troubleshooting
- Complete small-scale commercial construction, retrofit, and tenant improvement projects
- Ensure all work complies with local plumbing codes, safety regulations, and company standards
- Communicate with clients regarding repair options, system issues, and service recommendations
- Maintain accurate service records, inventory, invoices, and daily job documentation
- Manage inventory, tools, and materials within assigned company vehicle
- Participate in on-call rotations for emergency commercial plumbing service
- Work independently, alongside Apprentices, or collaboratively with other mechanics and field teams
- Support and mentor Apprentices through hands-on training and guidance
Qualifications
- Valid Journeyman or Master Plumbing & Gas License required
- Current Backflow Certification preferred
- 5+ years of commercial or industrial plumbing experience
- Strong knowledge of pipefitting, water distribution systems, and DWV systems
- Experience working with copper, PVC, cast iron, and commercial-grade plumbing materials
- Proficiency with pipe cutters, threaders, ProPress machines, soldering torches, and related plumbing tools
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to lift heavy materials, work in confined spaces, and perform physically demanding tasks
- Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
Benefits & Culture
- Company Truck & Fuel Card
- 401(k) with Company Match & Profit Sharing
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- On-Call Incentive Pay
- Safety Incentive Bonus
- Opportunities for advancement and continued professional growth