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The Master Plumber will be responsible for overseeing, performing, and certifying plumbing work in accordance with applicable codes, permits, safety standards, and project requirements. This position requires strong technical knowledge, leadership ability, attention to detail, and the ability to represent Hyp-tro Pro professionally with clients, inspectors, subcontractors, and internal management.

Key Responsibilities

The Master Plumber will:

• Perform and supervise plumbing installations, repairs, replacements, inspections, and maintenance services.
• Review project scopes, drawings, service requests, and field conditions to determine labor, material, and equipment needs.
• Ensure all work complies with local, state, and federal plumbing codes and permit requirements.
• Pull or support plumbing permits where required, based on licensing authority and project location.
• Diagnose plumbing issues, including leaks, drainage problems, water heater issues, sewer line concerns, fixture failures, and piping deficiencies.
• Install, repair, and maintain piping systems, fixtures, valves, pumps, water heaters, backflow devices, and related plumbing components.
• Coordinate with project managers, property managers, building engineers, inspectors, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Provide accurate field documentation, photos, material lists, service notes, and completion reports.
• Lead or mentor apprentices, journeyman plumbers, helpers, and subcontracted labor when assigned.
• Support estimating by identifying required labor hours, materials, equipment, and possible change order conditions.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and professional work environment at all times.
• Ensure company vehicles, tools, equipment, and materials are used responsibly and properly maintained.

Required Qualifications

• Active Master Plumber License in Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, or the applicable project jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 5 years of plumbing experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and residential plumbing systems.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, code requirements, and work orders.
• Experience with permitting, inspections, and code compliance.
• Ability to troubleshoot plumbing issues and recommend practical repair solutions.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass background checks where required for government, school, or commercial facilities.
• Strong communication, leadership, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage field responsibilities with limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Backflow certification.
• Gas fitting experience or license.
• Experience with commercial buildings, government contracts, multifamily properties, or facility maintenance.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience supervising plumbing crews or subcontractors.
• Familiarity with service software, mobile work orders, photos, and digital reporting.

Work Environment

This position may require work in residential properties, commercial buildings, mechanical rooms, construction sites, government facilities, and occupied client spaces. The Master Plumber must be able to lift materials, use tools and equipment, climb ladders, work in tight areas, and follow all safety procedures.

Compensation

Compensation will be based on licensing, experience, availability, and project requirements. Hyp-tro Pro may offer full-time, part-time, subcontractor, or project-based opportunities depending on business needs and candidate qualifications.

Why Join Hyp-tro Pro?

Hyp-tro Pro is building a dependable, professional, and high-quality trades division backed by the operational support of Hyp-tro Building Services. This is an opportunity to grow with a company that values skilled trades, professionalism, customer service, safety, and long-term business relationships.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates must submit their resume, plumbing license information, certifications, work history, and availability for consideration.

Hyp-tro Pro
A Division of Hyp-tro Building Services, LLC

Equal Opportunity Statement:
Hyp-tro Pro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.