Senior Plumbing Technician

Senior Plumbing Technician


Company
T.F. O'Brien Cooling and Heating
Location
New Hyde Park, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
18 hours ago
Via
via LinkedIn

Job Description
Senior Plumbing Technician with Benefits/Incentives

T.F. O'Brien Cooling & Heating New Hyde Park, NY

Full Time Monday Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

$ 25.00 - $45.00 + Overtime

Competitive Weekly Pay + Benefits, Career Growth Opportunities,

Positive Workplace Culture, Stability You have probably seen our trucks or TV commercials. T.F. OBrien is a family-owned and operated company that has been in business for over 90 years and proudly serves customers' heating, cooling, and Indoor Air Quality needs in Long Island, Queens, and Brooklyn.

At T.F. OBrien, we strive to be different from other companies. Different in how we treat our customers, different in how we work with each other, and different in the results we achieve.

These differences are best captured in our 33 Fundamentals that are the foundation for our extraordinary culture. This is what sets us apart and drives our success. We call it, The T.F. OBrien Difference. T.F. OBrien has been a trusted name in HVAC services for over 90 years, providing homeowners and businesses with top-tier heating, cooling, and indoor air quality solutions. We are expanding our offerings and launching a Plumbing Division, and were seeking dynamic, experienced plumbers to help build the new department.

is a rare opportunity to shape a division from the ground up within a company known for excellence, integrity, and customer satisfaction.

What Will I Do?

Play a key role in helping us launch and grow T.F. OBrien's new plumbing division. Perform and oversee residential and light commercial plumbing work, including installations, maintenance, and repairs. Establish customer rapport to sell the right products and services. Educate and assist customers in choosing the best finance options and maintenance plans. Understand service criteria and hold yourself accountable for exceeding revenue goals. Ensure excellent customer satisfaction while identifying opportunities for business development.

Participate in Company meetings, attend plumbing department meetings. Maintain a clean, organized job site and well-inventoried truck. Ensure all work meets local plumbing codes and company standards. Train and mentor apprentices to ensure quick, accurate repairs and installations.

Work alongside our HVAC teams to provide complete home service solutions. Key points and responsibilities: Responds promptly to customer service or install calls, conducts thorough inspections of plumbing issues, accurately diagnoses problems, offers effective solutions and estimates, and successfully closes service or install sales.

With the necessary licensing, proficiently installs and repairs various plumbing fixtures, including sinks, toilets, bathtubs, water heaters, heat pumps, and boilers. Conduct sewer and drain cleaning services in diverse environments such as basements, confined spaces, and close quarters.

Ensure thorough cleaning and restoration of work sites to meet pre-job conditions. Do I Have what it takes? Minimum of 5 years of plumbing experience. Strong technical expertise in residential and light commercial plumbing. Excellent problem-solving skills, communication, and customer service abilities.

Please email us at [email protected] with a copy of your resume if you are serious about this opportunity! To learn more about careers at T.F. OBrien, please visit our website at www.tfobrien.com/careers

Please Note: A minimum of 4 years of driving experience is required and be over the age of 21

We encourage Veterans to Apply!

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q What hourly rate including overtime applies to plumber positions in the United States starting January 2026?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, plumbers receive a base rate of $32.45 per hour with time-and-a-half at $48.68 per hour for all hours over 40 in a workweek as of January 1 2026. This rate applies nationwide under the Fair Labor Standards Act for non-exempt plumbing roles. Union contracts in 12 states add an additional $4.25 per hour shift differential.
Q What visa and work permit steps are required for foreign plumbers to work legally in the United States in 2026?
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services requires an approved H-2B petition with a valid temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor showing no qualified U.S. workers available. The visa cap for fiscal year 2026 is set at 66,000 with an additional 20,000 returning worker exemption available until March 31 2026. Applicants must submit Form I-129 and pay the $460 filing fee plus $150 fraud prevention fee.
Q What education and experience minimums qualify someone for licensed plumber jobs in the United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires completion of a 4-5 year registered apprenticeship program totaling at least 8,000 hours of on-the-job training plus 576 hours of related classroom instruction. A high school diploma or GED is mandatory before starting the apprenticeship. Four states additionally require 2 years of documented prior experience for license examination eligibility in 2026.
Q Which documents must be submitted when applying for plumber positions through official U.S. government workforce channels in 2026?
Job seekers must upload a completed ETA Form 9089, current plumbing license, and proof of apprenticeship completion to the Department of Labor's job bank system. A valid Social Security card and state-issued photo ID are required for I-9 verification within three business days of hire. Background check authorization forms must also be signed before any conditional offer.
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