What are the responsibilities and job description for the Retired Master Plumber position at J. Blanton Plumbing?
J. Blanton is a fast-growing, direct-to-consumer home services company focused on modernizing the plumbing industry. We are committed to delivering high-quality service, building strong customer relationships, and raising the standard for residential plumbing.
We are an established Illinois-based company that is actively expanding into Ohio and other new markets as part of our long-term nationwide growth strategy. We’re bringing on experienced professionals to help build and support our presence in these regions.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a highly experienced Licensed Journeyman Plumber with 10 years in the field to join our team as a Plumbing Advisor. This is a consultant-style role focused on providing expert guidance on plumbing projects, supporting field teams, and helping ensure high-quality execution across all work.
This role is ideal for a retired or semi-retired professional who is not currently working full-time and wants to stay active in the industry in a flexible advisory capacity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert guidance on plumbing projects, including installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems
- Advise teams on cutting, assembling, and installing pipes and systems in residential infrastructure
- Support troubleshooting of water supply lines, drainage systems, fixtures, and related plumbing issues
- Advise on water heaters, sump pumps, ejector systems, and other residential plumbing components
- Ensure proper installation and maintenance practices for DWV and sanitary systems
- Act as a mentor and technical resource for field technicians
- 10 years of plumbing experience
- Must be a Licensed Journeyman Plumber
- Retired or semi-retired (not currently working full-time)
- Strong knowledge of residential plumbing systems
- Skilled with plumbing tools and diagnostic methods
- Strong communication and mentoring ability
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Trade school or apprenticeship completion preferred