Licensed Plumber
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
Licensed Plumber Sewer Drain & Environmental Services
All City Environmental Chicagoland Area
Position Overview
All City Environmental is seeking an experienced licensed plumbing professional to support advanced plumbing sewer storm drain and environmental service operations throughout the Chicagoland market.
This role is designed for a plumber who is fully licensed to perform independent plumbing work under either the State of Illinois plumbing license or qualifying City of Chicago plumbing licenses (non-apprentice). The ideal candidate brings strong technical judgment hands-on field expertise and the professionalism required to operate across commercial industrial municipal and residential environments.
This position plays a critical role in permit-driven work regulatory compliance and the execution of complex plumbing sewer and drainage projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform advanced plumbing sewer and drain diagnostics repairs and installations across commercial industrial municipal and residential systems
- Independently troubleshoot complex plumbing and sewer issues including structural failures blockages corrosion and code compliance concerns
- Perform licensed plumbing work in compliance with Illinois Plumbing Code and applicable municipal regulations including City of Chicago requirements where applicable
- Coordinate permits and inspections when required
- Operate and maintain professional sewer and environmental service equipment including hydro-jetters inspection cameras drain machines and vacuum/vactor systems
- Service and repair sewer lines storm drains catch basins grease traps and related infrastructure
- Interpret blueprints schematics and technical specifications
- Ensure all work meets safety quality and regulatory standards
- Communicate effectively with customers internal teams and municipal inspectors
- Provide technical guidance and support to junior technicians when applicable
- Accurately document work performed materials used and job outcomes
Required Qualifications
- One of the following (required):
- Active State of Illinois Plumbers License (IDPH-issued) OR
- Active City of Chicago plumbing license qualifying the individual to perform independent plumbing work (Journeyman-level or equivalent; apprentice licenses not accepted)
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on plumbing and/or sewer experience
- Demonstrated ability to independently perform licensed plumbing work without supervision
- Strong knowledge of plumbing systems sewer infrastructure storm drainage and applicable codes
- Valid drivers license with acceptable driving record
- Ability to pass background check and drug screening
- Physical ability to perform field work including lifting confined spaces outdoor conditions and emergency or after-hours response work
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with sewer cleaning hydro-jetting storm sewer and catch basin work
- Experience working with City of Chicago or municipal inspectors and permit processes
- CDL or experience operating heavy service vehicles (vacuum / vactor trucks)
- Commercial industrial or infrastructure-level plumbing experience
- Experience mentoring or supporting technicians or apprentices
Compensation & Position Value
Hourly Pay: $45.00 $60.00 per hour based on license type experience and technical capability
Higher compensation is available for candidates with:
- Broad municipal or infrastructure plumbing experience
- Demonstrated expertise with advanced sewer and drainage equipment
- Proven ability to handle complex permit-driven and compliance-sensitive work
- Leadership experience supporting or training other technicians
This role reflects the high technical and regulatory demands of licensed plumbing and environmental service work in the Chicagoland market and is positioned for experienced professionals operating at a senior trade level.
Why All City Environmental
All City Environmental is a full-service plumbing and environmental services provider serving Chicago and surrounding communities. We specialize in sewer drain stormwater and waste system services from routine maintenance to complex repairs supported by experienced professionals modern equipment and a strong reputation for quality safety and customer trust.
About Company
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