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Infographic showing various Entry Level Water Heater job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,215 per year, or $30.4 per hour.

Experienced Water Heater Technician

Plumbing Care Payroll Associates Inc.

Walnut Creek, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 hours ago

Job 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.