General Plumber Location:

Useppa Island, Florida Employment Type:

Full-Time Pay range: $28 - $32 an hour

Position Overview:

• Useppa Island is seeking an experienced, dependable General Plumber to perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of plumbing and water/sewer systems throughout the island's residential and common-area properties.
• This position is ideal for a highly skilled, hands-on plumber who is comfortable working independently and can diagnose and resolve a wide variety of plumbing issues without relying on outside contractors for routine work.
• Because this is a private island environment, the successful candidate must be resourceful, organized, safety-conscious, and comfortable working outdoors and in varying weather conditions.

Experience working in coastal or island environments is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

Plumbing Installation & Repair

• Install, repair, replace, and maintain water supply piping, sewer piping, drainage systems, valves, fixtures, and plumbing equipment.
• Perform rough-in and finish plumbing for renovations, repairs, and new installations.
• Install and repair toilets, sinks, faucets, showers, tubs, hose bibs, water heaters, pumps, valves, and other plumbing fixtures and equipment.
• Perform pipe fitting, cutting, threading, soldering, brazing, gluing, crimping, and other appropriate joining methods.
• Repair and replace damaged, leaking, corroded, or deteriorated piping.
• Install and maintain shutoff valves, pressure-reducing valves, check valves, backflow devices, and related components.
• Troubleshoot low water pressure, leaks, clogs, drainage problems, sewer backups, and other plumbing issues. Water & Sewer Systems
• Maintain and repair domestic water distribution systems throughout the island.
• Maintain and repair sewer and wastewater piping and associated components.
• Locate and diagnose water and sewer line problems.
• Perform line repairs, replacements, and modifications as required.
• Inspect piping systems for leaks, corrosion, deterioration, and potential failures.
• Assist with pumps, lift stations, sump systems, and related equipment where applicable.
• Monitor water pressure, flow, and system performance.
• Respond to water or sewer emergencies and minimize service interruptions.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of professional plumbing experience preferred.
• Strong experience with water supply and distribution systems.
• Strong experience with sewer, drainage, and wastewater systems.
• Experience with pipe fitting, pipe installation, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to read and understand plumbing plans, diagrams, and specifications.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field.
• Ability to safely operate common plumbing tools and equipment.
• Experience with pumps, water systems, lift stations, or similar equipment is highly desirable.

Work Environment:

• This is a hands-on maintenance position serving a private island community. The employee will work throughout Useppa Island and may interact with residents, property owners, guests, vendors, and contractors.
• The position requires a high degree of reliability and professionalism because plumbing and water/sewer systems are essential to the operation of the island.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person