Jackson Plumbing - Residential Plumber

About the role

Jackson Plumbing, Heating & Cooling is now an Ace Hardware Home Services company! Providing professional plumbing, heating, and cooling services in Decatur and the surrounding areas.

Job Duties

• Assembles pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.
• Installs pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
• Cuts openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.
• Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
• Anchors steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
• Installs underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
• Performs complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
• Prepares written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
• Maintains rapport with customers by examining complaints; identifying solutions; suggesting improved methods and equipment and obtaining referrals.
• Documents service and installation of parts and actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records both in SAWIN mobile and proper forms and processes forms in the manner and time frame required.
• Tech must hit all daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets with minimal call backs.
• Completes special projects and perform other job duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Alabama Journeyman Plumbing license required
• Gas Fitting Card required
• 4 + Years related experience and/or training
• Able to pass a drug screening and background check (random testing may occur)
• Must have a valid drivers’ license and a good driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Physical dexterity in limbs and digits to operate hand and power-driven tools and equipment commonly used in the field.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 100 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to continually walk, stand, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, reach in all directions.
• Ability to maintain balance working off the ground using ladders, scaffolds, and/or mechanical lifts.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders and work in high, precarious places.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work outside; exposed to heat and cold.
• Ability to see and read with or without vision aids.
• Ability to hear and speak to exchange information.
• Ability to see to perform maintenance duties and read blueprints, drawings, and specifications.

Benefits

• Incentive/Commission/Bonus opportunities (Based on role / grade level)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching company contributions, eligible on your first day!
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, company paid short-term disability, and long-term disability) and life insurance benefits for you and your dependents.
• Warehouse Merchandise Discount!
• Paid time off & paid holidays (depending on role and month of hire)
• Career Growth & opportunities within several channels (Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electrical, Handyman, Customer Service and others).
• Your career at Ace is more than just a job. It’s a chance to be part of something meaningful. We help locally-owned businesses thrive and make an impact in their communities.
• Robust Employee Assistance Program, which will provide professional assistance for personal, legal, financial, work, childcare and elder care support.