Lead Plumber Jobs
Lead plumber jobs are open across residential construction, commercial contracting, facilities management, and municipal utilities, from journeyman-level promotions to senior site lead and project foreman, with specializations in new construction roughing, service and repair, and pipefitting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About the Employer
Pasadena Unified School District serves the communities of Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre. The area is prominent for its numerous historical landmarks as well as the Rose Bowl Stadium and Tournament of Roses. PUSD currently serves over 15,000 students and is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all students and staff. We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package to our full time employees and discounts on before and after school child care for our employees. Join our team today!
Job Summary
Job Summary
Performs as a lead worker on an assigned plumbing crew and performs journey level work as a plumber/steamfitter. Provides functional leadership to District plumbers and steamfitters at various work locations and sites, including guidance and instruction on operations, techniques, methods and procedures for accomplishing assigned tasks and solving problems. About the Vacancy: Location: District Service Center Hours/Day: 8 hours/day Days/Week: 5 days/week Months/Year: 12 months/year *** ***
Job Description / Essential Elements:
PrintRequirements / QualificationsEducation: Must possess a secondary (i.e., high school) school diploma, or its equivalent (GED). Experience: Four (4) years of recent full-time journey level experience as a plumber or steamfitter within the past ten (10) years. Prior employment as a lead worker, crew leader or at a comparable level of experience is desirable. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Employees must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of a position with or without reasonable accommodation and without hazard to themselves or others; may be required to lift up to one hundred (100) pounds.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All applicants, including applicants presently employed by the Pasadena Unified School District, must complete an application online at www.edjoin.com The attachments required for this position are: 1) Proof of education: awarded high school diploma – OR – equivalent GED – OR – conferred college degree. 2) Resume 3) Letter of Introduction 4) Two (2) Recommendations (Dated within the last 12 months) **Current PUSD employees may: Submit a “short application” on Edjoin.com; Only provide documents needed to meet minimum qualifications; Submit a transfer request to HR for positions in the same classification. **Letters of recommendation, resumes, and letters of introduction are not required for internal applicants but are strongly recommended. **Employees meeting minimum qualifications shall be interviewed. *DEGREE VERIFICATION: Transcripts and degrees received outside the United States must be supplemented by a complete evaluation report from a regionally accredited foreign degrees review agency. For more information on foreign degree evaluation, visit https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635) (>) Only equivalency evaluations are acceptable. (X) Translated transcripts are not acceptable. (X) Notarized transcripts are not acceptable.
Comments and Other Information BENEFITS: Pasadena Unified School District offers exceptional benefits including: > Excellent health, dental, and vision plans with flexible options to meet varying needs with minimal out-of-pocket costs. The district offers multiple medical plans (HMOs and PPOs through Blue Cross/Blue Shield or Kaiser), dental plan with Delta Dental, and vision with VSP or Spectera. > Discounts with PUSD’s Early Childhood Education Program for staff enrolling their children in preschool education > Discounts with Pasadena LEARNs Program for staff needing before & after school support as well as summer enrichment > For those new to the teaching profession, a District provided Induction program (value of $6000 per year) as well as coaching and mentoring support and ongoing professional development for all staff > Free annual health screening through partnership with SISC > District paid life insurance of $10,000 > District paid AD&D coverage > Flexible Spending Account > For applicants who qualify, the District also offers a 457(b) tax-sheltered annuity plan > Membership with CALPERs or CalSTRS retirement systems > Up to 16 observed holidays per year Disclosure: As part of the pre-employment selection process and at any time during employment, Pasadena Unified School District may conduct a comprehensive background review or reviews through a consumer report and/or an investigative consumer report on candidates/employees. The scope of the consumer report/investigative consumer report may include, but is not limited to the following areas: verification of Social Security number; current and previous residences; employment history, including all personnel files; education; references; credit history and reports; criminal history, including records from any criminal justice agency in any or all federal, state or county jurisdictions; birth records; motor vehicle records, including traffic citations and registration; and any other public records. For reporting detail, please reference the Federal Trade Commission’s Fair Credit Reporting Act. Pasadena Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or parental status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to Title IX Compliance Officer for staff, Chief Human Resources Officer; 351 S. Hudson Street, Room #116, Pasadena, CA 91109; (626) 396 - 3611.
About the Employer
Pasadena Unified School District serves the communities of Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre. The area is prominent for its numerous historical landmarks as well as the Rose Bowl Stadium and Tournament of Roses. PUSD currently serves over 15,000 students and is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all students and staff. We are proud to offer a competitive benefits package to our full time employees and discounts on before and after school child care for our employees. Join our team today!
Job Summary
Job Summary
Performs as a lead worker on an assigned plumbing crew and performs journey level work as a plumber/steamfitter. Provides functional leadership to District plumbers and steamfitters at various work locations and sites, including guidance and instruction on operations, techniques, methods and procedures for accomplishing assigned tasks and solving problems. About the Vacancy: Location: District Service Center Hours/Day: 8 hours/day Days/Week: 5 days/week Months/Year: 12 months/year *** ***
Job Description / Essential Elements:
PrintRequirements / QualificationsEducation: Must possess a secondary (i.e., high school) school diploma, or its equivalent (GED). Experience: Four (4) years of recent full-time journey level experience as a plumber or steamfitter within the past ten (10) years. Prior employment as a lead worker, crew leader or at a comparable level of experience is desirable. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Employees must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of a position with or without reasonable accommodation and without hazard to themselves or others; may be required to lift up to one hundred (100) pounds.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All applicants, including applicants presently employed by the Pasadena Unified School District, must complete an application online at www.edjoin.com The attachments required for this position are: 1) Proof of education: awarded high school diploma – OR – equivalent GED – OR – conferred college degree. 2) Resume 3) Letter of Introduction 4) Two (2) Recommendations (Dated within the last 12 months) **Current PUSD employees may: Submit a “short application” on Edjoin.com; Only provide documents needed to meet minimum qualifications; Submit a transfer request to HR for positions in the same classification. **Letters of recommendation, resumes, and letters of introduction are not required for internal applicants but are strongly recommended. **Employees meeting minimum qualifications shall be interviewed. *DEGREE VERIFICATION: Transcripts and degrees received outside the United States must be supplemented by a complete evaluation report from a regionally accredited foreign degrees review agency. For more information on foreign degree evaluation, visit https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635) (>) Only equivalency evaluations are acceptable. (X) Translated transcripts are not acceptable. (X) Notarized transcripts are not acceptable.
Comments and Other Information BENEFITS: Pasadena Unified School District offers exceptional benefits including: > Excellent health, dental, and vision plans with flexible options to meet varying needs with minimal out-of-pocket costs. The district offers multiple medical plans (HMOs and PPOs through Blue Cross/Blue Shield or Kaiser), dental plan with Delta Dental, and vision with VSP or Spectera. > Discounts with PUSD’s Early Childhood Education Program for staff enrolling their children in preschool education > Discounts with Pasadena LEARNs Program for staff needing before & after school support as well as summer enrichment > For those new to the teaching profession, a District provided Induction program (value of $6000 per year) as well as coaching and mentoring support and ongoing professional development for all staff > Free annual health screening through partnership with SISC > District paid life insurance of $10,000 > District paid AD&D coverage > Flexible Spending Account > For applicants who qualify, the District also offers a 457(b) tax-sheltered annuity plan > Membership with CALPERs or CalSTRS retirement systems > Up to 16 observed holidays per year Disclosure: As part of the pre-employment selection process and at any time during employment, Pasadena Unified School District may conduct a comprehensive background review or reviews through a consumer report and/or an investigative consumer report on candidates/employees. The scope of the consumer report/investigative consumer report may include, but is not limited to the following areas: verification of Social Security number; current and previous residences; employment history, including all personnel files; education; references; credit history and reports; criminal history, including records from any criminal justice agency in any or all federal, state or county jurisdictions; birth records; motor vehicle records, including traffic citations and registration; and any other public records. For reporting detail, please reference the Federal Trade Commission’s Fair Credit Reporting Act. Pasadena Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital or parental status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to Title IX Compliance Officer for staff, Chief Human Resources Officer; 351 S. Hudson Street, Room #116, Pasadena, CA 91109; (626) 396 - 3611.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead plumber jobs.
- Active journeyman or master plumber license in the state of hire
- 5 or more years of plumbing field experience with supervisory responsibility
- Proficiency reading and interpreting blueprints and mechanical drawings
- Experience with copper, PVC, PEX, and cast iron piping systems
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification
- Valid driver's license and ability to operate company vehicles or trailers
Tips for Your Lead Plumber Job Search
List your license tier on your resume
Employers filter fast on licensure. Put your journeyman or master plumber license, the issuing state, and expiration date near the top of your resume so hiring managers don't have to hunt for it. Out-of-state licenses are worth listing too.
Highlight crew size and project scope
Lead plumber postings almost always ask how many apprentices or helpers you've supervised and the dollar value or square footage of projects you've led. Put concrete figures in your work history bullets so recruiters can gauge fit immediately.
Target postings by commercial or residential focus
Your experience reading commercial blueprints or running residential service calls signals two different things to employers. Filter openings by the work type you've actually done so your application doesn't get screened out for the wrong category.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead plumber openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prep for a hands-on trade test
Many contractors give working interviews or scenario questions about pipe sizing, pressure testing, or code violations before making an offer. Walk through a recent troubleshooting call you resolved and know your local plumbing code chapter on backflow prevention cold.
Negotiate your on-call and prevailing wage terms
Lead plumber offers on union or government-funded projects often include prevailing wage rates set by DOL. Know whether the role falls under a collective bargaining agreement before the offer conversation so you're not negotiating a number that isn't movable.
Lead Plumber Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead plumbers?
The most active employers for lead plumbers right now are Knight's Mechanical, Triangle Contractors, and Blackthorn Mechanical, and the most openings are in Texas, Ohio, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest with large regional mechanical contractors and national facilities maintenance companies.
How many lead plumber jobs are remote?
About 0% of lead plumber openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most plumbing work. The remote share is highest for lead roles that include estimating, project coordination, or service dispatch responsibilities rather than direct field installation.
How do you become a lead plumber?
Start by completing a state-approved apprenticeship, typically through a union hall or contractor program, then log the field hours required to sit for your journeyman exam. After earning your journeyman license, build supervisory experience by leading smaller crews on residential or light commercial jobs. Passing your master plumber exam and accumulating project management experience positions you for most lead plumber postings.
Can you get hired as a lead plumber with limited supervisory experience?
Some employers will consider candidates who hold a journeyman or master license and have strong technical depth even if direct supervisory history is thin. Framing informal mentorship of apprentices, ownership of a job site phase, or solo service work as leadership experience helps close that gap in an interview. Smaller residential contractors are generally more flexible on this than large commercial outfits.
What does the lead plumber interview process look like?
Most lead plumber interviews start with a phone screen focused on license status and years of field experience. An in-person or on-site round typically follows, covering technical scenarios like diagnosing a failed pressure test, reading a riser diagram, or walking through how you'd organize a rough-in crew. Union contractors may also verify your dispatch card or CBA familiarity before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to lead plumber jobs?
You can find and apply to lead plumber jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, trade focus, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits your experience.
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