About this role
We are hiring plumbers local to Chattanooga, TN for hands-on service and installation work. This role focuses on water piping, water heater installation and maintenance, and DWV system work across residential and light commercial jobs around the city. Expect local day routes with most work completed within Chattanooga limits. Typical schedule is daytime hours Monday–Friday with occasional evenings or on-call response for urgent service calls. You’ll work from a service van or truck, run jobs from dispatch, and handle permit and inspection coordination as needed.
What you'll do
- Install, repair and run water piping systems (copper, PEX, and other common materials)
- Install, service and maintain tank and tankless water heaters
- Install and maintain drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems
- Perform copper tube and pipe installation, soldering, brazing and fittings
- Diagnose plumbing issues, perform repairs, and complete job paperwork
- Coordinate permits and inspections with local authorities and follow up until final sign-off
What we're looking for
- Hands-on experience running water piping and installing copper tubing or pipe
- Proven experience with water heater installation and maintenance
- Experience installing and maintaining DWV systems
- Strong general plumbing skills: leak repair, fixture replacement, troubleshooting
- Comfortable coordinating permits and working with inspectors
- Able to read basic plans and work from job specifications
Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- City/state plumbing license if required by local code (preferred where applicable)
- Own basic hand tools preferred; company provides specialty tools as needed
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in tight spaces or on ladders
- Clear verbal communication in English for customer and inspector interactions
What we offer
- Local routes — return home nightly (work is focused in Chattanooga)
- Regular daytime schedule with opportunities for overtime and emergency call work
- Company support for permit and inspection coordination
- Stable, hands-on work across residential and light commercial projects
- Opportunities for on-the-job training and advancement
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