Be part of a growing employee-owned company that has been around for over 75 years! Southern Air, Inc. is a company dedicated to the growth of our employees and excellent customer service. We serve clients throughout Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina regions. This opportunity is located in Charlottesville, VA location. Southern Air, Inc. rewards your commitment with excellent wages, benefits including participation in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), Holiday/PTO, medical, 401(k), and career opportunities. Join our team and enjoy the rewards. Job Description: The Plumbing Foreman will supervise plumber mechanics, and helpers, ensuring the installation, maintenance, and repair of all plumbing-related systems. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Work with the project manager to review project specifications to determine materials, equipment, supplies, and/or labor needed to complete the project in accordance with the established time frame. • Will coordinate the transportation and delivery of materials to the job site. • Select materials and hardware; ensure time and labor estimated are accurate. • Review blueprints and building codes/specifications to determine work details and procedures. • Supervise plumbers, mechanics, helpers, and any other assigned work to ensure work is being performed to project specifications and safely. • Coordinate activities of plumbers and helpers with other skilled trades assigned to multi-craft projects. • Attend project meetings regularly. Qualifications: • Must have ten years of experience as a plumber performing in commercial or residential installation and/or an equivalent combination of vocational training and experience. • Journeyman or Master Plumbers License preferred. • Overtime may be necessary, and one must be able to pass a drug screen and background check. Benefits: • Health Plan – With company contributions to employee health saving account (1st day of employment) • Dental Plan • 401k with company match • ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) • Vision Plan • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability • Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance • Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) • PTO (Paid Time Off) for vacation and other purposes • Employee Assistance Plan • Company-provided vehicle/gas card - take home each day • Company-provided cell phone/laptop/tablet Skills and Abilities: • Ability to troubleshoot issues with systematic, thoughtful, timely, and effective solutions and procedures. • Demonstrate proper and safe use of tools and related equipment. • Experience in providing quality, professional customer-related services. • Ability to work and communicate effectively individually and in a team environment. • Ability to handle disruptions in stride with professionalism. • Ability to work independently in a commercial setting. Physical Demands/Working Conditions: The physical activities described are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions and expectations. Depending on the position, individuals may need to ride or drive in a vehicle for two or more hours. Individuals working at an outside job site may be exposed to varying temperatures and all weather conditions. This job requires frequent use of hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Must be able to sit, talk, hear, and frequently stand throughout the day. Must be able to climb, reach above shoulder height, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl often. The position occasionally may require lifting heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and performing strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. May work with or around typical construction materials and chemicals that require knowledge of safety data sheets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin or disability, or protected veteran status. Visit our website to learn more about Southern Air, Inc. www.southern-air.com
See More Details >>Facilities Management's Health System Physical Plant at the University of Virginia is seeking an experienced Plumber who provides expertise in the plumbing field. The incumbent provides comprehensive maintenance and repair of all plumbing systems in support of zone maintenance in the Health System Physical Plant. The incumbent maintains all systems in operational condition and provides a safe and comfortable environment for all plumbing systems in support of zone maintenance. The Plumber should be able to read blueprints and have basic computer skills. Day Shift: 40-hr Work Week, Built with 4 (four) 10-hour shifts: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 7:00am – 5:30pm Duties Include: • Replace and install plumbing and mechanical components. • Perform preventative maintenance on all plumbing systems and update or repair the systems when necessary. • Perform all work in accordance with safety rules and procedures, such as OSHA, BOCA, federal, state, and local regulations, and applicable building codes. • Respond to requests from the University community and address plumbing problems quickly and professionally. • Inform customers of job status, reasons for and duration of expected delays, as well as refer customers to the supervisor when appropriate. • Ensure that all safety and personal protective equipment are used. • Perform miscellaneous duties such as snow and ice removal and special events setups, as assigned by the supervisor. • In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Required Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent • A minimum of four [4] years of experience in the plumbing trade. • Journeyman or higher plumbing license. • Must have Flu shots (Required by the Medical Center). Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in a hospital setting. • Licensed with Backflow Certification. Compensation: The Anticipated Hiring Range for this position is $24.50 – $29.00 per hour ($49,920 - $60,320 Annually). This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employee benefits package highlights include: • 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave • Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs • Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System • Tuition and professional development benefits • Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year For this position, the selected candidate will need to complete the required background checks prior to the start date of the position. Physical Demands: Employee must be able to variously sit, stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, crawl, stoop, bend, squat, lift, pull, and use both hands-on repetitive tasks (including overhead tasks). Employee must have normal vision and hearing (correctable), and for some areas of employment, color vision and sense of smell. To Apply: Apply online at http://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0072062/Plumber. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials: • Resume • **Please note that you MUST upload ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS into the CV/Resume box, into which multiple documents can be uploaded. Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration.*** This position will remain open until filled. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Marcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter, at hjv5vm@virginia.edu. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
See More Details >>Riddleberger Brothers, Inc. is seeking to hire a talented and growth-minded individual to join our team as a Service Projects Plumbing Technician. We offer career opportunities that allow you to be part of a team and grow as an individual. Please click the video below to hear from RBI team members about what they like most about their jobs, and what it's like to build a career at RBI. We offer you: • Competitive pay • Comprehensive benefits package • Apprenticeship opportunities with a pathway to licensure • Growth and development opportunities • Scholarship program for our employees children • Discounts at major automotive, computer, and cell phone companies • Employee referral incentives • Available with certain positions, where necessary/required: • Company mobile phone and/or tablet • Company vehicle • Company uniforms • And much more! Our benefits package offers you: • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurances • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurances • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Health Care and Dependent Day Care FSA's • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • 401(k) Plan • Annual Bonus • Generous Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time • And much more! Please click the video below to hear from RBI team members about training and development opportunities at RBI! About us: We are a full-service plumbing, mechanical, HVAC service, controls, and design-build company. • Main office is located at 6127 South Valley Pike, Mount Crawford, VA 22841 • Parent Company - Comfort Systems USA (https://comfortsystemsusa.com/) Please click the video below to hear from RBI team members about RBI s history and culture! Primary Purpose: Install, repair and service commercial and industrial plumbing and backflow prevention systems. The successful candidate will: • Follow established safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe work environment. • Identify, analyze, diagnose and perform repairs, overhauls and start-ups of commercial plumbing systems. • Ensure that all work meets code requirements. • Use hand tools, blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schematics and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair systems. • Perform preventative maintenance, site surveys, replacements and modifications as needed or requested by customers. • Determine parts to be ordered for repairs and/or maintenance. • Document work by completing required daily paperwork for each job. • Service and maintain equipment at customer locations and ensure customer satisfaction. Educational Requirements and Experience: • Education in the trades; VA Journeyman or Master s Plumbing License or ability to obtain • Back Flow Certification or ability to obtain • 5 to 7 years of commercial plumbing experience Other Requirements: • Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driver qualification policy If you are interested in: • Developing your skills • Teamwork • Providing outstanding Customer Service • Safety and Quality then a career with Riddleberger Brothers, Inc. may be right for you; we strive to work safely and exceed customer expectations! Riddleberger Brothers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
See More Details >>Becoming a plumber typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in Charlottesville, VA, last about four to five years, requiring many hours of 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. 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.
