What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumber position at Comfort Systems USA - MidAtlantic?
Location: Durham, NC Department: Construction Posted: 3/17/2026 Location Name: Durham
Wage: Depends on Experience Position Type: Full Time
Plumber
Responsibilities
Comfort Systems USA MidAtlantic, LLC is a leading building and service provider for HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing building systems. Serving South Central, VA and North Central, NC since 1970, our regional footprint provides us the ability to meet customer objectives to build and maintain safe, comfortable, and efficient facilities. We have over 62,600 square feet of best-in-class facilities located in South Boston, VA, including offices, sheet metal fabrication, plumbing and piping fabrication, and warehousing. We are currently looking to add an experienced Plumber to our team! The Plumber is responsible for assembling and installing commercial plumbing components in the field while following the five core values of Comfort Systems USA:
Be Safe. Be Honest. Be Respectful. Be Innovative. Be Collaborative.
Plumbers Are Responsible For
Our employees are the heart and soul of our company and we are committed to the professional and personal development of each of our team members. Our success is based on your success. We believe in putting people in the right seat and will work with dedicated employees to find that seat for you. You can find our five core values woven into everything we do at work; Be Safe, Be Honest, Be Respectful, Be Innovative, and Be Collaborative. We work in an environment where everyone is willing to lend a helping hand and contribute to the successes of each other and the company. We believe in giving back to our communities and the environment and are always looking for ways to make the world a better place. We offer competitive salary and benefits packages for all employees. If you’re looking to start a career, and not just a job, check us out today.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Comfort Systems USA, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We strive to foster a work environment that includes and embraces racial, ethnic and gender diversity and other individual differences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps us attract and retain the best talent, enables employees to realize their full potential, and drives high performance through innovation and collaboration.
EOA/AA M/F/Vet/Disability
Wage: Depends on Experience Position Type: Full Time
Plumber
Responsibilities
Comfort Systems USA MidAtlantic, LLC is a leading building and service provider for HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing building systems. Serving South Central, VA and North Central, NC since 1970, our regional footprint provides us the ability to meet customer objectives to build and maintain safe, comfortable, and efficient facilities. We have over 62,600 square feet of best-in-class facilities located in South Boston, VA, including offices, sheet metal fabrication, plumbing and piping fabrication, and warehousing. We are currently looking to add an experienced Plumber to our team! The Plumber is responsible for assembling and installing commercial plumbing components in the field while following the five core values of Comfort Systems USA:
Be Safe. Be Honest. Be Respectful. Be Innovative. Be Collaborative.
Plumbers Are Responsible For
- Assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and fixtures according to specifications and plumbing codes
- Reading job plans to assess material and equipment needs, establishing the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installations around obstructions
- Working directly with the jobsite Forman on all scopes of work and planning
- Installing pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, etc.
- Cutting openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings, using hand and power tools
- Reviewing blueprints and building codes
- Installing underground storm, sanitary and water piping systems and extending piping to connect fixtures and plumbing to these systems
- Installing copper pipe using solder, press or brazed joints; installing PVC piping using solvent welded joints
- Installing No-Hub and Hub and Spigot Cast Iron piping
- Properly preparing all pipe ends for the type joint being constructed
- Creating testing plans to effectively test systems as they are installed
- Evaluating area safety needs/requirements to provide feedback and recommendations to technicians, and assisting in the implementation of safety policies, procedures, and training.
- Performing other related duties or special projects, as assigned.
- 4 years experience in plumbing
- Good mathematical, mechanical, and logical reasoning skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, ability to read and understand weld symbols, weld procedures, mechanical and structural drawings
- High School Diploma or GED
- OSHA 10 preferred
- Ability to pass a drug screen and background check
- Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
- Ability to work on ladders and/or lifts
- Ability to reach above shoulders, crawl, squat, kneel and bend consistently
Our employees are the heart and soul of our company and we are committed to the professional and personal development of each of our team members. Our success is based on your success. We believe in putting people in the right seat and will work with dedicated employees to find that seat for you. You can find our five core values woven into everything we do at work; Be Safe, Be Honest, Be Respectful, Be Innovative, and Be Collaborative. We work in an environment where everyone is willing to lend a helping hand and contribute to the successes of each other and the company. We believe in giving back to our communities and the environment and are always looking for ways to make the world a better place. We offer competitive salary and benefits packages for all employees. If you’re looking to start a career, and not just a job, check us out today.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Comfort Systems USA, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We strive to foster a work environment that includes and embraces racial, ethnic and gender diversity and other individual differences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps us attract and retain the best talent, enables employees to realize their full potential, and drives high performance through innovation and collaboration.
EOA/AA M/F/Vet/Disability