Service Plumber (Chicago, IL)

Service Plumber (Chicago, IL)

Chicago, United States

Company
MCS RESI LLC
Location
Lansing, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
30–35 an hour
Posted
2 hours ago
Via
via ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Summary:

Our mission is to make communities SHINE! Our team provides excellent service to our clients, all while nurturing communities, acting with integrity, and hustling to get the job done.

A reliable service plumber who is always prepared.

Responsibilities include repairing pipes, tanks, and water fixtures, unclogging toilets and drains, and handling various residential & commercial plumbing requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Handling a variety of plumbing emergencies efficiently and professionally.
• Installing pipes, drainage systems, sinks, toilets, and heating and cooling systems.
• Testing systems for leaks and other problems.
• Always Obeying health and safety codes.
• Performing inspections and providing advice to client.
• Selecting the most cost-effective, quality products for installation and repair.
• Working alongside electricians, construction workers, and other professionals.
• Providing time and cost estimates beforehand.
• Communicating effectively with clients, especially when a job is taking longer than expected.
• Being always polite and respectful of clients and their homes.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities

This position has supervisory responsibilities

Competencies:
• A completed apprenticeship.
• Must be on time and at a specified client location as assigned.
• Valid, current, unencumbered driver's license.
• Good driving record with no major violations.
• Attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent work experience in a similar environment.

Experience:

Preferred:
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Service Plumber focusing on residential and Commercial.
• Basic computer skills. Experience in Excel, Word, and Outlook preferred.

Physical Requirements and Work Content:

Americans with Disability Specifications: 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 required to stand, move, operate with hands and arms, and lift up to 50 pounds at times. The employee is regularly required to use hands to operate or feel objects, tools or controls, communicate, distinguish or identify, adjust or focus.

Work Environment:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Comments:

These declarations are not to be an “all-inclusive” list of the duties and responsibilities nor of the skills and abilities required to do the job. They are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and a reasonable representation of its activities. Additional essential functions and/or tasks may be identified by the company and listed as such in the incumbent’s performance appraisal. Various tasks may be assigned under each task or function. The incumbent performs other job-related duties as assigned and required.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs in United States

Q What is the median hourly wage and salary range for plumbers in the United States in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the median hourly wage for plumbers at $32.15 and annual wage at $66,870 in 2026 based on May 2023 data of $29.58 hourly ($61,550 annual) with 3% annual growth. Entry-level (10th percentile) earn $20.25 hourly ($42,120 annually), while top 10% earn $51.80 hourly ($107,750 annually). Overtime often adds 10-20% to earnings.
Q What visa do international applicants need for plumber jobs in the US in 2026?
Foreign workers require an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural plumber roles, with a FY2026 cap of 66,000 visas plus 64,716 supplemental for returning workers. Employers file Form I-129 with USCIS after DOL temporary labor certification; approval takes 2-4 months with $460 filing fee. Permanent options include EB-3 for skilled workers with 2 years experience.
Q What are the minimum education and experience requirements for plumber jobs in the US?
A high school diploma or GED is required, plus completion of a registered apprenticeship program with 4 years of training including 8,000 hours on-the-job and 576 hours classroom instruction. No prior experience needed for entry-level apprenticeships, but journeyman roles require 2-4 years experience and state exam.
Q What documents are required to apply for plumber apprenticeships or jobs in the US?
Submit a high school diploma or GED, proof of age (18+), valid driver's license, Social Security card or work authorization, and results from aptitude test and drug screening. Background check and physical exam are mandatory; applications go through state apprenticeship agencies online.
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