Residential Service Plumber

Wickford Appliance Inc. • Full-time • Rumford, Rhode Island, United States • $40 - $45 / hour • 3d ago

Bring your residential plumbing expertise to an established, family-owned company where you'll handle plumbing repairs, install household appliances, and provide dependable service to homeowners.

What's in it for You?

Schedule: Monday through Saturday with one scheduled day off. No on-call requirements.
Work Location: Primarily based out of Rumford, Rhode Island, with occasional direct dispatch to customer service appointments.
Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with employer contributions toward medical insurance premiums.
Retirement: SIMPLE IRA with up to 3% employer contribution.
Paid Holidays: Paid major holidays.
Company Resources: Specialty tools and fuel cards provided.

Why You'll Love It Here

Family-Owned Business: Join an established company that values quality workmanship and dependable customer service.
Variety in Your Work: Handle residential plumbing repairs, fixture replacements, and household appliance installations.
Established Customer Base: Work with a company serving homeowners throughout the region.
Put Your Skills to Work: Apply your plumbing expertise to independently diagnose issues, complete repairs, and deliver quality installations.

Your New Role

Perform residential plumbing service, repairs, maintenance, and installations throughout assigned service areas.
Install and connect household appliances, with frequent dishwasher installations as a primary responsibility.
Complete plumbing connections and modifications necessary for appliance installations.
Diagnose and repair residential plumbing systems, fixtures, water supply lines, and drainage components.
Install and replace faucets, valves, fixtures, and related plumbing equipment.
Troubleshoot plumbing issues and recommend appropriate, code-compliant solutions.
Prepare service estimates and explain repair recommendations to homeowners.
Report primarily to the Rumford location, with occasional direct dispatch to customer appointments.
Maintain tools and equipment while following applicable plumbing codes and safety procedures.
Communicate professionally with customers and team members while delivering quality workmanship.

Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.

Job requirements

Minimum of 4 years of hands-on residential plumbing service, repair, or installation experience.
Current and valid Rhode Island Journeyman Plumber License or Master Plumber License required.
Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing residential plumbing systems.
Hands-on experience installing and connecting household appliances, particularly dishwashers.
Proficiency in installing and repairing residential plumbing fixtures, faucets, valves, water supply lines, and drainage systems.
Strong knowledge of applicable residential plumbing codes and safety procedures.
Ability to independently perform plumbing repairs and installations while ensuring code compliance.
Additional plumbing licensing in Massachusetts or Connecticut is a plus.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to travel throughout assigned residential service areas.

Wickford Appliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

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