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Journeyman Plumber at Bellyache Mechanical Inc

Bellyache Mechanical Inc Steamboat Springs, CO $25/hour

Job Description

Experienced Commerical Plumber
Pay Rate: $25.00-$35.00 per hour (depending on qualifications and experience) plus profit sharing and potential sign-on bonus
Job Type: Full-time, non-exempt

Bellyache Mechanical, Inc. is a locally owned HVAC & Plumbing company that provides specialized services in commercial and residential heating and cooling equipment installation as well as commercial plumbing.
We are committed to providing top quality work while delivering a high level of customer service to our customers. We are currently seeking an experienced Journeyman Plumber whose work ethic and commitment to excellence matches our own.

Company Benefits:
Health Insurance Plan with an HSA option and Dental (employer pays 100% of employee premium up to $800/per month), Paid Sick Leave, Flexible Time Off, 401k (with up to 3% match),
Employee Assistance Program, Referral Program, Per diem is offered for anyone commuting more than 50 miles.

How you will spend your time:

Performs journeyman-level work in the installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance of heating, water, gas line, and plumbing systems.
Develop plan or layout for the work needed, updating and following blueprints, sketches, or schematics, assembling, building, repairing, rebuilding, modifying, or installing materials and equipment as required by the scope of work.
Using hand and power tools common to the plumbing trade.
Completes special projects and tasks as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

High school diploma preferred.
Minimum of 4 years plumbing experience required.
Active Journeyman Plumbers License required.
Provide proof of valid Driver's License and have a clean driving record.
Must be able to perform new construction plumbing from sub-rough to finish.
Ability to perform warranty & service work; as well as have the ability to trouble shoot and repair issues as they arise.
Required to have the necessary work tools.
Must have a positive attitude and be able to maintain a positive work environment.
Must be fast, friendly, and detail oriented.
Able to work well in a team environment.
Must be punctual, reliable, and willing to go the extra mile for the team.

Schedule:

8-10-hour shift, Monday through Friday
Day shift
Overtime (when required)
Weekend availability
Drug Free Workplace

It is an ongoing practice of Bellyache Mechanical to provide equal opportunity in all employment actions to all employees and job applicants. This shall apply to all privileges, conditions, and terms of employment, including, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, and separation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Retirement plan

Experience:
Commerical Plumbing: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road

$52k is fair for Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters nationally

National salary averages
$52k
↓ 17% vs typical mid-level
Entry
Mid
Senior
This job
$41k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $105k

Senior roles pay 68% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

Strong candidate leverage

Strong hiring activity gives you options. Use competing offers strategically.

Hiring leverage
Lean candidate
Wage leverage
Balanced
Mobility
High mobility

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Expertise pays off

Limited new roles, but specialists earn significantly more.

+5%
10yr growth
Typical: High school diploma or equivalent

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024