Journeyman Plumber – Residential Service

Eric C. Foster Plumbing Heating & Cooling Inc. • Full-time • Lowell, MA, US • 5d ago

Journeyman Plumber - Residential Service

Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling

Commute to Chelmsford, MA | Full-Time | $40 - $50 per hour, based on experience

Are you an experienced plumber who takes pride in solving problems and doing quality work you can stand behind?

At Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, we're not looking for someone to simply rush from one service call to the next. We're looking for a skilled Journeyman Plumber who takes pride in their craftsmanship, cares about the customer experience, and enjoys solving problems that require experience and attention to detail.

Our team works primarily with residential customers, and our plumbers get the opportunity to work on a variety of service and repair projects where quality matters.

This isn't about turning and burning as many calls as possible. We want our team to have the time and support to diagnose problems properly, provide honest recommendations, and complete quality work that they can be proud of.

You will also not be expected to sell jobs, work on commission, or hit high-pressure sales quotas. We hire skilled tradespeople to focus on what they do best: solving problems, providing excellent service, and doing the job right.

If you're tired of the corporate atmosphere and want to work for a company that values craftsmanship, quality, and pride in your work, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Journeyman Plumber - Residential Service, you'll provide plumbing service and repair for residential customers while representing the company professionally.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

Diagnose and troubleshoot residential plumbing issues
Perform plumbing repairs, replacements, and service work
Troubleshoot hydronic heating and mechanical systems
Install, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures and equipment
Identify the cause of plumbing problems and recommend appropriate solutions
Complete service calls efficiently while maintaining quality workmanship
Communicate clearly with customers about the work being performed
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Follow company standards, applicable codes, and safety procedures
Maintain accurate documentation for completed work
Work independently while collaborating with the broader plumbing and HVAC team

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a dependable, skilled plumber who takes pride in their work and can confidently handle residential service calls.

Qualifications

Journeyman Plumber license or applicable state credentials
3+ years of residential plumbing service experience required
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Experience troubleshooting hydronic heating and mechanical systems
Knowledge of residential plumbing systems, fixtures, and equipment
Ability to diagnose issues and determine appropriate repairs
Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
Professional communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and manage service calls responsibly
Valid driver's license and good driving record

Compensation & Benefits

$40-$50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Overtime opportunities
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Three-day weekends during June, July, and August
Four 10-hour workdays during the summer
Paid training and opportunities to learn new products and technologies
Company summer events and team activities
Stable, family-owned company serving Massachusetts since 1978

Build a Career With a Company That Values Quality

The best service work isn't about how quickly you can get in and out of a customer's home. It's about finding the problem, knowing how to solve it, and leaving the customer confident that the work was done right.

At Eric C. Foster Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, we value the kind of workmanship that makes you proud to look back at a completed job and know you did it right.

If you're an experienced Journeyman Plumber looking for a long-term opportunity where quality comes before quotas and craftsmanship comes before commission, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today and join a team where quality still matters.

Salary: $40 - $50 per hour

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