Job Description

Aqua Plumbing & Air, a trusted name in Sarasota and Manatee County for over 50 years, is seeking a dedicated Lead Plumber (New Construction) to join our team. As a faith-based company recognized for its commitment to quality, integrity, and customer satisfaction, Aqua offers a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a strong focus on work-life balance. This role is ideal for experienced plumbing professionals who want a stable schedule—workdays end by 3:00 pm, with no on-call requirements and optional overtime or weekend work. The Plumbing Lead will lead and mentor a team on commercial new construction projects, ensuring high standards of workmanship, safety, and compliance with Florida plumbing codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of plumbers on commercial new construction job sites, fostering a positive and professional work environment
• Oversee job site progress, communicate status updates to team members and management, and ensure project timelines are met
• Ensure adherence to company performance, quality, and safety standards
• Train team members on safety directives and best practices
• Interpret and work from blueprints and specification sheets for rough-in and installation tasks
• Install and maintain plumbing systems, including venting, water distribution, fixtures, and traps
• Perform copper, PVC, CPVC, and cast-iron installations, as well as sanitary systems and venting
• Complete tub sets, second rough-ins, and shower pan installations
• Ensure proper heights, strapping, and support of stub-outs, and seal all openings for rodent proofing
• Troubleshoot and resolve plumbing issues as they arise
• Conduct testing procedures to ensure work passes inspections
• Maintain a clean and organized job site
• Perform demo and patching of concrete floors as needed
• Accurately measure and perform basic math calculations, including fractions
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by supervisor or management

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in new construction plumbing
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Proficient knowledge of materials and methods used in new construction plumbing systems
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specification sheets
• Familiarity with current Florida plumbing code
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to train and mentor team members
• Own tools necessary to perform required tasks
• Valid Florida driver’s license
• Ability to pass a drug screening and background check
• Physical ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally, stand or kneel for extended periods, bend, reach, climb, squat, and work in confined spaces or extreme outdoor conditions

Compensation

Up to $70,000+, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance available
• 401(k) program with company 25% match
• Paid holidays, including your birthday
• Paid vacation
• Safety and training programs
• Positive company culture with year-round employee appreciation events
• Education assistance program
• Tool purchasing assistance
• Company vehicle provided, based on job requirements

Apply online at

Apply in person at: 8283 Vico Court, Sarasota, FL 34240

Contact us at (941) 413-3425.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area,

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