Service Plumber (Chicago, IL)

Service Plumber (Chicago, IL)


Company
MCS RESI LLC
Location
Lansing, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
30–35 an hour
Posted
2 hours ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Summary:

Our mission is to make communities SHINE! Our team provides excellent service to our clients, all while nurturing communities, acting with integrity, and hustling to get the job done.

A reliable service plumber who is always prepared.

Responsibilities include repairing pipes, tanks, and water fixtures, unclogging toilets and drains, and handling various residential & commercial plumbing requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Handling a variety of plumbing emergencies efficiently and professionally.
• Installing pipes, drainage systems, sinks, toilets, and heating and cooling systems.
• Testing systems for leaks and other problems.
• Always Obeying health and safety codes.
• Performing inspections and providing advice to client.
• Selecting the most cost-effective, quality products for installation and repair.
• Working alongside electricians, construction workers, and other professionals.
• Providing time and cost estimates beforehand.
• Communicating effectively with clients, especially when a job is taking longer than expected.
• Being always polite and respectful of clients and their homes.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

This position has supervisory responsibilities

Competencies:
• A completed apprenticeship.
• Must be on time and at a specified client location as assigned.
• Valid, current, unencumbered driver's license.
• Good driving record with no major violations.
• Attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience in a similar environment.

Experience:

Preferred:
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Service Plumber focusing on residential and Commercial.
• Basic computer skills. Experience in Excel, Word, and Outlook preferred.

Physical Requirements and Work Content:

Americans with Disability Specifications: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, move, operate with hands and arms, and lift up to 50 pounds at times. The employee is regularly required to use hands to operate or feel objects, tools or controls, communicate, distinguish or identify, adjust or focus.

Work Environment:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Comments:

These declarations are not to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities nor of the skills and abilities required to do the job. They are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and a reasonable representation of its activities. Additional essential functions and/or tasks may be identified by the company and listed as such in the incumbent’s performance appraisal. Various tasks may be assigned under each task or function. The incumbent performs other job-related duties as assigned and required.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Frequently Asked Questions

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The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median hourly wage for welders at $28.45 as of January 2026 with time-and-a-half overtime required after 40 hours under FLSA rules. Welders in manufacturing earn an additional $4.20 per hour on average for night shifts. Annual median earnings reach $59,176 for full-time roles.
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The U.S. Department of Labor sets the standard workweek at 40 hours with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate required after that threshold in 2026. Welders on federal contracts receive double time for hours over 48 in a workweek. Paid sick leave of up to 56 hours annually applies under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions.
Q What education and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics states a high school diploma plus 6-12 months of postsecondary welding training or apprenticeship is required for 2026 entry-level positions. Three years of documented experience is mandatory for structural welding roles under AWS D1.1 standards referenced by DOL. Certification in SMAW or GMAW processes must be completed before hire.
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