Job Description

Journeyman Plumber/ Facilities Plumbing Specialist

Location: Queens, NY
Shift: 1st Shift
Compensation: $44.97– $57.42 per hour

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Journeyman Plumber to play a critical role in the daily operation and reliability of a large-scale facility’s water and sewer systems. In this hands-on position, you’ll take ownership of both preventative and corrective maintenance across a wide range of plumbing systems, ensuring everything runs efficiently, safely, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

This role is ideal for a problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic environment, takes pride in craftsmanship, and enjoys working collaboratively with a broader facilities and maintenance team.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee and maintain the daily operation of water and sewer systems across the site

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on plumbing systems of varying age, size, and complexity

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair all aspects of facility plumbing systems

• Plan, layout, assemble, install, test, and repair plumbing systems and equipment

• Anticipate potential system issues and proactively implement solutions to protect facility assets

• Perform backflow testing and certifications (training reimbursement available)

• Apply strong working knowledge of plumbing equipment, building systems, OSHA standards, and local codes

• Support general maintenance and facility operations as needed

• Document work clearly and communicate effectively with team members and leadership

Required Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license

• Plumbing Journeyman’s License and/or State Plumbing License

• Backflow certification, or ability to obtain within the first 90 days of employment

• High school diploma or state equivalent

• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and local plumbing codes

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of overall MEP system design and application

• Experience managing work orders and using CMMS platforms

• Background in commercial or service-related facility environments

Additional Information

• This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

• Compensation is competitive and based on qualifications, experience, market conditions, and internal equity.

If you’re looking for a stable, well-compensated role where your expertise directly impacts critical infrastructure, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career while keeping essential systems running at their best.

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