Master Plumber

MASTER PLUMBER

Location: Chesapeake, VA

WHO IS STR MECHANICAL?

Success Through Reputation

STR Mechanical is an HVAC Specialist based in Charlotte, North Carolina with operations around the Southeast. STR offers services in maintenance agreements, temperature controls and construction.

We feel that nothing is more important than to give our customers the quality of workmanship that they expect, pay for, and deserve. By growing and succeeding on the strength of our reputation, we strive to take care of each and every need of our customers, employees, and vendors. Whether the needs are service, installation, replacement, or temperature controls; we have the experience and expertise to excel in all of these areas to surpass our customer's expectations.

WHO IS FIRSTCALL MECHANICAL?

FirstCall Mechanical is a commercial and industrial HVAC, building controls, electrical, and plumbing services company. We serve commercial and industrial customers, including distribution centers, cold storage facilities, food manufacturing facilities, universities, and other commercial properties. FirstCall has approximately 290 employees and operations across Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Texas. We are actively growing our operations across the country.

FirstCall Mechanical not only partners with companies to nurture growth in the market, but also provides equal focus on employee growth and development as well. We believe when YOU succeed, we all succeed, so we strive to be the first call for talented team members who want a career, not just a job.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking an experienced Master Plumber to join the fast-growing STR Mechanical Team. The ideal candidate will have a can-do attitude, work well in a team environment, have a high level of customer service and have strong attention to detail.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspects, maintains and repairs building plumbing systems. Makes recommendations regarding replacement or upgrade of systems.
• Provides training and technical advice/assistance. Serves as lead worker for specific projects/work orders.
• Plans and develops routine maintenance schedules for systems. Responds to requests for service.
• Researches and estimates time and materials needed and records time and materials used. Requests for needed tools, equipment, supplies and materials to perform assigned tasks. Monitors expenditure of supplies and controls inventory of equipment and tools.
• Installs new equipment, piping and fixtures. Obtains permits, as required, from regulatory agencies for the construction of new plumbing systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance and required testing on plumbing systems, including back flow preventers.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or G.E.D. AND five (5) years experience in the installation and repair of plumbing fixtures and systems, such as gas, water and steam systems, including lead or supervisory experience
• Master Plumber License issued by the State of VA, required.
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Applications
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug screen
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills on a technical level
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• In-depth knowledge of maintenance and repairs of plumbing systems
• Familiarity with manual and electrical tools and equipment applicable to the plumbing trade
• Familiar with Health and Safety regulations
• Knowledge of proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies
• Understanding of the current regulations within the field
• Follow oral and written instructions
• Work cooperatively with others
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds

BENEFITS

• Competitive Wages & Weekly Pay
• Year-round work with multiple locations and national presence
• FREE dental insurance for employee
• FREE short-term disability
• FREE life insurance coverage of $20,000
• Eligible for insurance benefits 1st of the month after hire date with multiple options
• 401k plan with generous company match after 30 days
• Company Vehicle & Cell Phone
• PTO & 7 Paid Holidays
• Access to FirstCall Academy for training and development
• No-Interest Tool Purchase Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Generous Employee Referral Program

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Continual learning and development in the body of knowledge through FirstCall Academy, to ensure we set the bar for skill level in the industry
• Elite level of customer service, to ensure we continue to be the FirstCall our customers make for their HVAC & Refrigeration needs

ORGANIZATIONAL ALIGNMENT

This position reports to the local service manager, and has a responsibility to the entire service team and sales team.

BEHAVIORAL PROFILE

Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.

Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Mental stamina for problem solving and prioritizing multiple tasks.

Environmental Requirements

Will be required to work in a field environment, traveling to multiple customer sites on a daily basis.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job:

the employee is regularly required to use hands to operate computer keyboard, reach with hands and arms.

The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit.

The employee is continually required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds without assistance.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

STR Mechanical is an Equal Opportunity Employer