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Plumbing Sales Estimator (Journeyman Plumber)

Reliant Plumbing
$120,000.00 - $180,000.00 per hour




Reliant Plumbing

Plumbing Sales Estimator (Journeyman Plumber)


Location: San Antonio, TX | Field-based position | Evening and weekend availability required



Earn $120,000 - $180,000 annually in potential commission-based earnings while putting your plumbing expertise and customer service skills to work.


Reliant Plumbing is seeking a licensed Journeyman Plumber to join our San Antonio team in a customer-facing sales and estimating role. If you have strong technical plumbing knowledge, enjoy solving problems, and can confidently explain solutions to homeowners, this opportunity allows you to use your trade experience in a new way.


We provide paid training to help experienced plumbers develop the estimating and sales skills needed to succeed.



About the Role

Your hands-on plumbing experience will guide every customer conversation. As a Plumbing Sales & Estimator, you'll visit homes, assess plumbing concerns, and prepare estimates that explain the recommended work and its cost.


You'll help customers understand repair and replacement options, answer questions, and secure approval for the work. Depending on the job, you'll complete repairs or installations yourself or coordinate with our installation team.


Paid training will help you learn Reliant's approach to estimating and sales. You'll also work with office and dispatch staff who support service calls and communication throughout the day.



Key Responsibilities

  • Visit customers to evaluate residential plumbing concerns and identify the source of problems.
  • Recommend appropriate repairs, replacements, or installation solutions.
  • Prepare estimates outlining the scope of work and associated costs.
  • Explain service options and pricing in language customers can understand.
  • Answer questions and secure customer approval for recommended work.
  • Perform plumbing repairs and installations when appropriate.
  • Communicate approved job details to installation technicians when handing off work.
  • Keep accurate job notes, estimates, and invoices.
  • Keep customers and internal teams informed throughout the service process.


Required Qualifications

  • An active Texas Journeyman Plumber license.
  • Residential plumbing experience, including troubleshooting, repairs, and installations.
  • The ability to assess plumbing issues and prepare appropriate estimates.
  • Strong sales and customer service skills, including confidence discussing recommendations and pricing.
  • A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
  • The ability to work independently and communicate effectively with the team.
  • Availability for evening and weekend shifts.


Compensation & Training

  • W-2 employment
  • Paid Training: $30 - $35 per hour, depending on experience. 
  • A temporary earnings guarantee of approximately 1,500 - $2,000 per week during the transition to commission. Duration and final terms are pending confirmation.
  • Annual earning potential of $120,000 - $180,000, based on commission and sales performance. Earnings are not guaranteed.
  • Commission-based compensation after the training and transition period.
  • Office and dispatch support.
  • Opportunities to develop your estimating, sales, and customer communication skills.


Schedule: 

  • Full-time, with evening and weekend availability required.


Why Join Reliant Plumbing?

At Reliant Plumbing, we recognize the value of experienced tradespeople who can combine technical expertise with strong customer communication. You'll have the opportunity to use your plumbing knowledge beyond traditional installation work, develop your estimating and sales abilities, and collaborate with a dedicated installation team. With paid training and a structured transition to commission, you'll have support as you build your skills in this role.



Apply Today

Ready to use your Journeyman Plumber experience in a sales-focused position? Apply to join Reliant Plumbing in San Antonio, TX, and include information about your plumbing license and relevant experience with installations, estimating, or customer consultations.


Reliant Plumbing is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.

Education
GED
Experience
Mid-Level (4 - 7 years)
Job type
Full Time
Additional benefits
  • Commission-based compensation after the training and transition period.
  • Office and dispatch support.
  • Opportunities to develop your estimating, sales, and customer communication skills.
  • Paid Training: $30 - $35 per hour, depending on experience.