Junior Plumber – Backflow Testing & Plumbing Repairs
Company
Pear NYC
Location
Kings County, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
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Job Description
Full-Time | $60,000 – $85,000 | NYC Five Boroughs
We are seeking a motivated Junior Plumber or Apprentice with 2–3 years of plumbing experience to join our growing team. This position involves performing backflow testing, plumbing repairs, customer communication, and reporting throughout New York City.
We are looking for someone who is good with hands, comfortable performing plumbing repairs, and professional when interacting with tenants and clients.
Responsibilities
• Perform backflow testing at residential and commercial properties
• Perform plumbing repairs and troubleshooting
• Diagnose and report plumbing-related issues
• Communicate professionally with tenants, clients, and property managers
• Coordinate appointments and access for service calls
• Prepare organized reports and documentation
• Work closely with office staff and senior team members
Requirements
• 2–3 years of plumbing experience
• Experience performing plumbing repairs and service work
• Good with hands and mechanically inclined
• Basic understanding of plumbing systems
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Comfortable using phone, email, and digital communication tools daily
• Reliable, organized, and professional
Preferred (Not Required)
• Experience with backflow testing
• Experience working under a Licensed Master Plumber
• Experience communicating directly with tenants or customers
• Journeyman Plumber Card and/or Full Gas Qualification is a major plus and offers higher earning potential and growth opportunities within the company
Compensation & Growth
• $60,000 – $85,000 annually (based on experience)
• Higher compensation potential for candidates with Journeyman licensing or Full Gas Qualifications
• Training provided
• Opportunity for long-term growth within the company
• Steady work throughout NYC
Location
Travel required throughout the five boroughs of NYC.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
We are seeking a motivated Junior Plumber or Apprentice with 2–3 years of plumbing experience to join our growing team. This position involves performing backflow testing, plumbing repairs, customer communication, and reporting throughout New York City.
We are looking for someone who is good with hands, comfortable performing plumbing repairs, and professional when interacting with tenants and clients.
Responsibilities
• Perform backflow testing at residential and commercial properties
• Perform plumbing repairs and troubleshooting
• Diagnose and report plumbing-related issues
• Communicate professionally with tenants, clients, and property managers
• Coordinate appointments and access for service calls
• Prepare organized reports and documentation
• Work closely with office staff and senior team members
Requirements
• 2–3 years of plumbing experience
• Experience performing plumbing repairs and service work
• Good with hands and mechanically inclined
• Basic understanding of plumbing systems
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Comfortable using phone, email, and digital communication tools daily
• Reliable, organized, and professional
Preferred (Not Required)
• Experience with backflow testing
• Experience working under a Licensed Master Plumber
• Experience communicating directly with tenants or customers
• Journeyman Plumber Card and/or Full Gas Qualification is a major plus and offers higher earning potential and growth opportunities within the company
Compensation & Growth
• $60,000 – $85,000 annually (based on experience)
• Higher compensation potential for candidates with Journeyman licensing or Full Gas Qualifications
• Training provided
• Opportunity for long-term growth within the company
• Steady work throughout NYC
Location
Travel required throughout the five boroughs of NYC.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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