Job DescriptionJob Description
We are looking for a highly skilled and dependable Water Heater Technician to join our growing team. This position requires extensive hands-on experience with all types of water heaters, including tank and tankless systems, along with strong plumbing knowledge and a solid understanding of plumbing and mechanical code requirements.
This is NOT an entry-level position. We are looking for someone who truly understands water heater systems, installation procedures, diagnostics, venting, gas requirements, and code compliance.
Required Technical Knowledge & Experience:
- Extensive experience diagnosing, repairing, servicing, and installing:
- Traditional tank water heaters
- Tankless water heaters
- Gas and electric systems
- Experience with major brands including:
- Navien
- A. O. Smith
- Rheem
- Rinnai
- Bradford White
- Noritz
- Strong understanding of:
- Condensing and non-condensing tankless systems
- Recirculation systems
- Expansion tanks
- Descaling and maintenance procedures
- Venting systems and venting materials
- Gas sizing and gas pressure requirements
- Combustion air requirements
- Water pressure regulation and thermal expansion
- Tankless troubleshooting and error code diagnostics
- Proper sizing and installation procedures
Code Knowledge & Installation Requirements:
Candidate MUST understand and follow plumbing and mechanical code requirements, including:
- T&P valve installation requirements
- Earthquake strapping
- Drain pan requirements
- Proper venting clearances
- Sediment traps
- Shut-off valve requirements
- Proper drain and relief line termination
- Combustion air requirements
- Permit and inspection compliance
- Manufacturer installation specifications
- Safe gas and water connection procedures
Additional Requirements:
- Strong general plumbing knowledge
- Clean driving record REQUIRED
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and team members
- Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
- Ability to work independently and efficiently
- Professional appearance and attitude
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Diagnose and repair water heater issues accurately
- Install and replace tank and tankless systems properly and safely
- Ensure all work meets current code requirements
- Troubleshoot plumbing-related issues as needed
- Educate customers on maintenance and repair options
- Maintain clean and organized work areas
- Deliver excellent customer service on every job
If you are experienced, dependable, and truly knowledgeable in water heater systems and plumbing code requirements, we want to hear from you.