Licensed Residential Service Plumber

Licensed Residential Service Plumber


Company
Baethke Plumbing
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
6 days ago
Via
via Monster

Job Description
Job Title: Licensed Residential Service Plumber | $125K Base + $200K+ Potential | Full Benefits

Baethke Plumbing is hiring experienced Residential Service Plumbers who want consistent work, high income, and a company that truly invests in their long-term financial future.

This is not a commission-only or unstable pay structure. This is a true $125,000 base salary, backed by additional performance incentives and one of the strongest retirement packages in the industry.

If you take pride in quality work and want to be paid what your skills are worth without worrying about slow weeks or inconsistent income, this is a rare opportunity in the Chicago market.

About the Role
In this position, you will diagnose, repair, and service residential plumbing systems while delivering high-quality workmanship and professional customer service. You will work directly with homeowners to identify issues, explain solutions, and complete work the right way. Success in this role comes from strong technical ability, clear communication, and taking ownership of your work in the field.

What You'll Do
Diagnose and repair residential plumbing systems, perform installations and maintenance with a focus on quality and efficiency, communicate clearly with homeowners about issues and recommended solutions, deliver professional service on every call, and represent Baethke Plumbing with integrity and craftsmanship.

Compensation & Earning Potential
• True base salary of $125,000, not commission-only
• Performance incentives with total earning potential up to $200,000+ annually
• Consistent income regardless of season or call volume
• $5 per hour employer contribution to a 401(k)
• $13 per hour employer contribution to a pension plan
• Over $36,000 per year contributed toward your retirement, fully funded by the company

Why Plumbers Choose Baethke Plumbing
• High guaranteed base pay with additional earning upside
• Consistent, year-round work with strong demand in the Chicago market
• Organized dispatch and scheduling support so you can stay productive
• Leadership that respects the trade and supports technicians in the field
• Established company with a strong reputation and long-term stability

Benefits & Perks
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and up to 10 dependents
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• 100% employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company vehicle and uniforms provided
• Quarterly and annual company outings when team goals are achieved
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What We're Looking For
• 5+ years of residential plumbing experience
• Journeyman Plumbing License required
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Ability to communicate professionally with homeowners
• Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record

If you are an experienced Residential Service Plumber looking for a rare combination of high guaranteed income, strong benefits, and long-term financial security, Baethke Plumbing offers a career path that stands apart from typical plumbing roles.

Apply today to join the Baethke Plumbing team.

About the Company:
Baethke Plumbing

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