Plumbing and Electrical Service Technician
**Company:**Veterans Training Empowerment Center (VTEC) **Location:**Mobile, Alabama, and surrounding communities **Position Type:**Full-Time **Service Area:**Mobile County and surrounding areas
Position Summary
The Veterans Training Empowerment Center (VTEC) is seeking a dependable and experienced Plumbing and Electrical Service Technician to perform residential and commercial service work throughout Mobile, Alabama, and surrounding communities.
The technician will diagnose problems, complete repairs, perform preventive maintenance, and assist with plumbing and electrical installations. The ideal candidate will have experience working independently in the field, communicating professionally with customers, and completing service documentation accurately.
All plumbing and electrical work must be performed within the technicians qualifications and in accordance with applicable licensing requirements, building codes, safety standards, and company procedures.
Primary Responsibilities
- Respond to assigned plumbing and electrical service calls.
- Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain plumbing and electrical systems.
- Repair or replace faucets, toilets, sinks, garbage disposals, pipes, valves, drains, and other plumbing components.
- Identify water leaks, drainage issues, low water pressure, and other plumbing problems.
- Troubleshoot outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, breakers, electrical panels, wiring, and other electrical components.
- Install or replace approved plumbing fixtures, electrical devices, lighting, and related equipment.
- Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections.
- Explain recommended repairs and service requirements clearly to customers.
- Provide accurate estimates and obtain authorization before completing additional work.
- Maintain complete service records, photographs, invoices, and material documentation.
- Follow OSHA requirements, electrical safety procedures, plumbing codes, and company policies.
- Maintain assigned tools, equipment, materials, and service vehicle.
- Purchase or pick up approved materials when necessary.
- Travel to customer locations throughout Mobile and surrounding areas.
- Coordinate with supervisors, property managers, homeowners, contractors, and other team members.
- Identify work that requires a licensed plumber, licensed electrician, permit, or additional authorization and immediately notify management.
- Provide professional, respectful, and timely customer service.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least two years of plumbing, electrical, facilities maintenance, or related field-service experience.
- Demonstrated ability to diagnose common plumbing and electrical problems.
- Working knowledge of hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and jobsite safety practices.
- Ability to read basic work orders, equipment instructions, diagrams, and service documentation.
- Valid drivers license and a safe driving record.
- Reliable transportation and the ability to travel throughout the Mobile service area.
- Ability to pass applicable background, driving-record, and drug-screening requirements.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple service assignments.
- Strong communication, organization, and customer-service skills.
- Ability to use a smartphone or tablet for work orders, photographs, scheduling, and service reports.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work in attics, crawl spaces, mechanical rooms, and outdoor environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Alabama plumbing, electrical, journeyman, or contractor credential, where applicable.
- HVAC, appliance repair, facilities maintenance, or general construction experience.
- Experience serving residential properties, commercial facilities, apartment communities, or gov rnment locations.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
- Experience preparing estimates and documenting field-service work.
- Experience working with property-management companies, warranty providers, or service networks.
Work Environment and Schedule
This is a field-based position requiring regular travel to service locations throughout Mobile, Alabama, and surrounding communities. Work may be performed indoors or outdoors and may involve exposure to heat, confined spaces, ladders, crawl spaces, construction environments, and active plumbing or electrical systems.
The technician may be required to work occasional evenings, weekends, or emergency service hours based on customer and operational needs.
Compensation
Compensation will be based on the candidates experience, qualifications, licenses, and certifications. Additional details regarding pay, scheduling, benefits, tools, vehicle requirements, and reimbursement will be discussed during the interview process.
Equal Opportunity Statement
VTEC 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 status protected by applicable law.
Veterans, transitioning service members, and individuals with skilled-trades experience are encouraged to apply.