Master Plumber - Witham Family Hotels

Position Details

Schedule: Full-time, year-round
Hours: Monday–Friday with flexibility for emergencies and weekend/evening work as needed (approx. 45 hours/week)
Location: Travel required between multiple hotel and housing properties in Bar Harbor and Ellsworth
Pay: Competitive pay based on experience and licensing + benefits

Amazing Benefits And Perks

• Start earning PTO (Paid Time Off), up to 136 hours in your first year (prorated based on hire date)
• Health Insurance – multiple Aetna Health plans, we pay 80% of the cost, including if you select the family option.
• Dental and Vision Insurance – Our dental plan is amazing. It’s a gem. You get up to 4 cleanings a year and more. We pay 80% of the cost.
• 401(k) plan – up to 4% match.
• End of Season Bonus
• Heating savings program in partnership with Irving and Dead River – save on heating oil and propane.
• Core Values Program – earn points for branded swag!
• Life Insurance and AD&D Policies – we cover the first $10,000, with additional voluntary coverage available.
• Short-term Disability – provided at no cost.
• Referral Bonus – up to $1,000 per new full-time employee you refer.
• Discounts on hotel stays (our portfolio, and selected New England Inns & Resorts collection hotels), dining, and spa services.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems and fixtures in residential and/or commercial settings
• Diagnose and troubleshoot plumbing issues quickly and efficiently
• Interpret blueprints, building codes, and specifications
• Ensure all work complies with local and state plumbing codes
• Provide estimates, timelines, and material requirements for jobs
• Communicate professionally with contractors and team members
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Requirements

• Valid Master Plumber License
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, tools, and safety practices
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in confined spaces or at heights
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Respond to emergency calls nights and weekends as needed

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Frequent exposure to hazards such as hot water, chemicals, and confined spaces
• Work may be indoors and outdoors, including during seasonal temperature extremes
• Certain tasks involve frequent bending, lifting, crawling, standing, and climbing
• Must be able to see colors, operate tools with manual dexterity, and safely work on ladders and in tight spaces

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a formal plumbing apprenticeship program
• Prior experience in hotels, facilities, or maintenance departments preferred

Performance Measurement

Success will be measured by your ability to resolve issues efficiently, complete projects on time and on budget, maintain safe and compliant systems, and contribute positively to team culture.