Barrell Plumbing & Heating in the greater Cambridge, Massachusetts area is actively seeking a motivated full-time Plumbing Technician to install, service, repair, and maintain residential and light commercial plumbing systems and fixtures. Are you an experienced plumber who is looking for a company where you can grow personally and financially? Are you a team player? Are you ready for a life-changing opportunity? If you answered yes, keep reading about this skilled trade position! This plumber position works a regular full-time schedule with an on-call schedule and opportunities for overtime. You earn a competitive wage of up to $45/hour, based on skills and experience. We provide great benefits and perks, including health and dental insurance, fully paid disability and life insurance, a matching 401(k) plan, 6 paid holidays, paid vacation, a flexible spending account (FSA), and tuition assistance. If this sounds like the right skilled trade opportunity for you, apply today! ABOUT BARRELL PLUMBING & HEATING Barrell Plumbing & Heating is a family-run business specializing in all things plumbing and HVAC. From installing or repairing systems to kitchen and bathroom remodeling to new construction, our team is prepared to do it all with a smile on their face and exceed clients' expectations. For over 50 years we have maintained a reputation of high-quality craftsmanship and professional, courteous service, and we plan to keep it up. We trust our highly trained team to reach and exceed our company goals. That is why we strive to create a work environment where each person feels heard, seen, and respected. We truly care about our team and want to see them flourish in their personal and professional life, through our great benefits and perks we feel we can make that a reality. PLUMBING TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONS • Minimum 2 years of field experience • Flexible • Able to work an on-call schedule • Valid driver's license Carpentry skills are a plus! Are you a hardworking individual who is committed to continuously advancing in this skilled trade? Do you present yourself professionally? Can you quickly pick up and learn new things? If yes, we need you on our team! ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF PLUMBERS? If you feel you'll be perfect as our Plumbing Technician, apply now using our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. Location: 02138
See More Details >>Barrell Plumbing & Heating of the greater Cambridge, Massachusetts area is currently hiring for a motivated full-time Plumber / Plumbing Tech to install, service, repair, and maintain residential and light commercial plumbing systems and fixtures. This skilled trade position works a regular full-time schedule with an on-call schedule and opportunities for overtime and earns a competitive wage of up to $45/hour, based on skills and experience. We are growing industry leaders and believe that hard work can also be fun. In addition to competitive pay and our supportive culture, we offer our Plumber / Plumbing Tech the following benefits and perks: • Partial health and dental insurance • Fully paid disability • Life insurance • A matching 401(k) plan • 6 paid holidays • Tuition assistance So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why, you may be wondering HOW? It's easy! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet you soon! OUR IDEAL PLUMBER / PLUMBING TECH • Optimistic - have an honest and positive approach to work • People person - enjoy interacting with a variety of people in a courteous manner • Team player - get along well with others and have a true understanding of teamwork • Career-minded - looking for more than a job; have a desire to continuously learn and improve • Reliable - shows up to work on time with a productive mentality If these ideal skilled trade traits describe you, please continue reading! ABOUT BARRELL PLUMBING & HEATING Barrell Plumbing & Heating is a family-run business specializing in all things plumbing, HVAC, and snow removal. From installing or repairing systems to kitchen and bathroom remodeling to new construction, our team is prepared to do it all with a smile on their face and exceed clients' expectations. For over 50 years we have maintained a reputation of high-quality craftsmanship and professional, courteous service, and we plan to keep it up. We trust our highly trained team to reach and exceed our company goals. That is why we strive to create a work environment where each person feels heard, seen, and respected. We truly care about our team and want to see them flourish in their personal and professional life, through our great benefits and perks we feel we can make that a reality. PLUMBER / PLUMBING TECH REQUIREMENTS • Minimum 2 years of field experience • Flexible • Able to work an on-call schedule • Valid driver's license Carpentry skills are a plus! Are you a hardworking individual who is committed to continuously advancing in this skilled trade? Do you present yourself professionally? Can you quickly pick up and learn new things? If yes, give us the chance to review your information. ARE YOU READY? If you are excited about this plumber opportunity, don't delay. Apply today! Location: 02138 Job Posted by ApplicantPro
See More Details >>Position Title: Master Plumber Grade: None Department: Operations Reports To: Director of Management for Maintenance and System Development FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Union: LIUNA About Us The Cambridge Housing Authority ("CHA"), a leader in developing and maintaining affordable housing communities, is seeking a qualified and highly motivated candidate. By focusing on policy innovation and family economic opportunities, the CHA is committed to developing and managing safe, high quality, affordable housing for low-income individuals and families. CHA provides long-term rental housing and rental assistance to more than 5,500+ individuals and families through its Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Programs. CHA has been awarded accreditation by the Affordable Housing Accreditation Board (AHAB) and was the seventh affordable housing provider in the nation to receive this prestigious accreditation. CHA offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience. Our generous benefits package includes health and dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, life and disability insurance options, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, retirement pension and deferred compensation 457b plans, and more! CHA employees enjoy flexible work schedules including a hybrid work environment consisting of a combination of on-site and work from home days. Summary The primary purpose of this position is to install, repair and maintain pipes, fixtures and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste water disposal in all facilities at the Cambridge Housing Authority (“Authority” or “CHA”). All activities must support the Authority’s strategic goals and objectives and produce results that accomplish the goals of the Operations department. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience High school diploma, GED or possession of a vocational technical certification beyond high school and at least five to seven years experience in the plumbing trade with at least one year of experience in a supervisory capacity. Must possess a valid Massachusetts Master Plumber’s License. Working knowledge of the Massachusetts Building Code is a plus. Must have valid Massachusetts driver’s license and be insurable under CHA policies. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Technical Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a strong background in math, measurements and safety as well as strong knowledge of plumbing installation, repair and maintenance. General knowledge of basic computer programs (MS Office products) is desirable. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The below statements describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned. • Reviews building plans and specifications to determine the layout for plumbing and related materials • Identifies and selects the necessary tools, pipes and fittings for each task • Possess the ability to draw diagrammatic plumbing plans for installations and training and layout of plumbing work • Installs supports and hangers for pipes, fixtures and equipment • Installs, repairs and maintains sinks, tubs, toilets, water heaters and conditioners, boilers, plumbing fixtures, appliances, and trim, etc • Tests pipe systems and fixtures for leaks • Repacks assorted sized valves and faucet assemblies • Performs scheduled maintenance service on plumbing systems and fixtures • Applies all federal, state, and local codes to installations, repairs and maintenance • Ensures all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported and graded • Ensures all installations, repairs and maintenance meet the requirements of the appropriate codes • Performs some administrative duties pertaining to the plumbing unit, including budget preparation, ordering of supplies, preparation of daily reports, and scheduling • Supervises the acquisition of proper permits from local and/or state authorities as required for certain plumbing jobs • Maintains tools, materials and work space in a neat and orderly manner, observing all Authority and OSHA safety regulations • Performs other related duties as assigned Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Behavioral Competencies Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition. Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind; recognizes working colleagues as customers. Effective Communication: Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know; conveys necessary information clearly and effectively orally or in writing; demonstrates attention to, and conveys understanding of, the comments and questions of others; listens effectively. Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrates a high level of conscientiousness; holds oneself personally responsible for one's own work; does fair share of work. Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Job Competencies • Knowledge of policies, procedures, goals, objectives, operational entities, requirements and activities as they apply to the assigned area of responsibility in the CHA • Extensive knowledge of all applicable state, federal and municipal plumbing, building, construction and property maintenance laws, regulations and codes related to plumbing. • Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and corresponding OSHA safety precautions necessary for safe performance of assigned duties • Experience working with assorted circulation pumps • Ability to repack and install couplings as required • Knowledge of domestic water distribution systems • Knowledge of HVAC systems including boiler controls and building management systems (DDC) • Knowledge of sanitary, waste and vent piping • Knowledge of various plumbing systems associated with old and new construction in multi-family and elderly developments • Knowledge of gas stove operation as related to installation and connection and federal, state and local codes for gas appliances. • Ability to read and understand moderately complex repair and service manuals, diagrams, and instructions/warnings • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, suppliers and the general public • Must be available for emergency overtime duty as required Physical Demands 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 frequently required to stand; walk; use hands for gripping, handling or feeling; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel or crouch; and talk and hear. Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must also regularly lift and/or move objects up to 60 pounds. WorkEnvironment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee works primarily in the field, making frequent in-house visits to units/buildings requiring plumbing installation, repair and/or maintenance. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate. 8;00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Friday Overtime and weekend work available 40 hours per week PI258541392 About the Company: Cambridge Housing Authority
See More Details >>Becoming a plumber in Cambridge, MA typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 762,600 plumbers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550, equivalent to $1,183 per week. In Cambridge, MA, plumbers earn an average of $1,678.64 per week, with an annual overtime average of $4,800. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
