**Job Title:** Independent Plumbing Contractor – Water Filtration System Installer
**Location:** Canton, MI 48187 (In-Person)
**Job Type:** Contract / Part-Time (1099 Subcontractor)
**Pay:** $40.00/hr average, or approx. $225–$300 flat rate per completed install
**Expected Hours:** 8–36 hours per week (2–6 installs per week, average 3–6 hrs per system)
Set your own schedule. Get paid per job, not per hour.
Job Summary
Clearwell Water Filtration is seeking a dependable and skilled Independent Plumbing Contractor to install residential water filtration systems across the Wayne County area. As a 1099 subcontractor, you'll operate with autonomy, taking on dispatched installation jobs on a flexible schedule that fits your availability. Your role is essential to delivering a smooth, professional installation experience for homeowners receiving whole-home filtration, under-sink drinking systems, and related water treatment equipment. This is a great fit for a licensed plumber or experienced installer who wants steady, flexible work without being tied to a single employer.
Duties
* Install whole-home filtration systems, under-sink drinking water systems, and related water treatment equipment at residential job sites according to manufacturer specifications and local plumbing codes
* Travel to assigned job sites within the Wayne County service area (including Canton, Plymouth, Livonia, and surrounding communities) to complete dispatched installs
* Use hand tools, power tools, and standard plumbing equipment to connect filtration systems to existing water lines, including installations in basements and crawlspace homes
* Assess each job site's setup (city water vs. well water, basement vs. crawlspace, existing plumbing configuration) to determine the right installation approach before starting work
* Receive and safely store shipped filtration equipment/inventory until the scheduled install date unless otherwise told, systems may be shipped direct to installation site.
* Complete installs efficiently within the expected timeframe (typically 2–4 hours per standard install; 5–8 hours for crawlspace or repiping jobs)
* Interact directly with homeowners on-site, explaining the installation process and ensuring a positive, professional customer experience
* Provide proof of completed work (photos and/or a signed install form) after each job for quality assurance and warranty tracking
* Communicate availability and capacity clearly so jobs can be scheduled efficiently
Requirements
* Experience installing residential plumbing or water filtration/treatment systems (licensed plumbers, journeymen, and experienced installers all encouraged to apply)
* Comfortable working independently and managing your own schedule as a 1099 subcontractor
* Own reliable transportation and basic hand/power tools; valid driver's license required
* Familiarity with both city water and well water setups, and comfortable working in basements or crawlspaces
* Knowledge of local Michigan plumbing codes and safe installation practices
* Ability to lift and handle equipment as needed for installs
* Strong communication skills for interacting professionally with homeowners
* Willingness to store shipped filtration equipment between receipt and install date
* Michigan plumbing license preferred but not required; must be able to demonstrate relevant installation experience
This is a 1099 independent contractor position meaning no benefits or guaranteed hours are provided, and pay is structured per completed install. If you're looking for flexible, well-paying work installing water filtration systems on your own schedule, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $40.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
