Our Team
The Plumbing Technicians at Meares Plumbing differ from other companies. Instead of trying to “sell”, their mission is to serve. We want to earn your trust and build a long-term relationship. Our plumbers will do this by providing the highest quality of professionalism and service. We base everything we do on your health, safety and comfort. To ensure we instill these beliefs in each and every technician, each “new hire” must ride with a veteran employee for a minimum of four weeks plus they spend an additional week of “classroom training” in our training room located at our headquarters.
Clean, friendly, and courteous – Our technicians wear “floor savers” and clean up after they are done. If you’re not completely satisfied, you don’t pay.
Drug screened and background tested – Your safety is our priority. All Meares Plumbing employees have been through an extensive background check and drug screening.
98% difference – Of those who apply, one out of every 43 qualifies to enter your home wearing a Meares Plumbing uniform.
Skilled Professionals – Our technicians have spent ample time in the role of apprentice to master plumbers. On the average they will have up to 417 hours of continuing education courses each year.
Billy E.
Electrical Technician
Billy has been in the electrical field for about 22 years. In 2012 he started working at the Pasco Sheriff’s Office as a corrections officer where he supervised inmate workers, remodeled, and built new office buildings for the Pasco Sheriff’s Office. In 2022, Billy met all the requirements and passed all the testing to become a master electrician. After becoming a master electrician Billy started Elswick Electric LLC with his brother Chris. Billy and Chris then decided to merge their electric company with Meares plumbing to create the electrical division at Meares Plumbing and Electrical, Inc. In Billy’s spare time, he enjoys watching his kids play baseball or softball and camping with his wife and kids.
Chris E.
Electrical Technician
Chris has been in the electrical field for about 19 years. He previously worked for a commercial company building Publix grocery stores from the ground up and remodeling their stores. He also has experience in building three stories that are underneath high-rise buildings in Downtown Tampa and Downtown St. Pete. Chris also has experience with residential service work while he worked for his brother’s company, Elswick Electric. Chris and his brother then decided to merge their electric company with Meares plumbing to create the electrical division at Meares Plumbing and Electrical, Inc. In Chris’s spare time, he enjoys hanging out with his family, air boating and inshore fishing.
Ed J.
Plumbing Technician
Ed finished his apprenticeship program in 1989 and recieved his Journeyman liscense in 1992. After 11 years of working as a Liscensed Journeyman Plumber Ed decided to take the next step and become a Master Plumber in 2003. Besides his Master plumbing license Ed has a variety of other licenses and certifications. He has worked on residential, commercial and industrial projects. When Ed isnt doing plumbing he spends the majority of his time with his family. They frequent Seaworld, Busch Gardens and Adventure Island.
Johnny B.
Plumbing Technician
Johnny has been a part of the Meares Plumbing family since 2016. He has over 200 hours of classroom training per year and holds multiple certifications. Johnny has a strong background in customer service and enjoys helping people and resolving issues. When he’s not plumbing, Johnny enjoys spending time with his family, playing golf, and competitively bass fishing.
Daniel A.
Plumbing Technician
Daniel has been working in the service industry since 2008. He started out as a part of our apprenticeship program and prevailed in all classroom training, field training, plumbing and building code training that is required to become a Meares Plumbing Technician. Daniel loves helping his customers work through problems and finding the best possible solution. When Daniel isn’t plumbing, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two sons.
Kyle C.
Plumbing Technician
After being raised in Canada’s Arctic, then making his way to Florida, Kyle joined the Meares Plumbing team in 2018. He is experienced in seamless metal roofing and exteriors, framing, various customer service fields, and even some welding fabricating… it was his personal experience with residential plumbing that got him hooked. He enjoys making things right and bringing safe water to homes. In his spare time, he enjoys time with his family, fixing things around the house, woodworking, fabricating, playing music and being outdoors.
James C.
Plumbing Technician
James started with Meares Plumbing as an apprentice plumber, and quickly moved up into the service position. James grew up with tools in his hands but working alongside veteran plumbers is how he learned the trade. James holds certifications in gas and tankless water heaters and continues to look for new opportunities to grow. When James isn’t working, he enjoys spending time with his family, trying new restaurants and frequenting the zoo and aquarium.
Austin L.
Plumbing Technician
Austin joined the Meares Plumbing Family as part of our apprenticeship program. He has graduated all classroom training, field training, plumbing, and building code training that is required to become a Meares Plumbing Technician. Austin is a father of two daughters and when he isn’t plumbing, he enjoys spending time with his family, going to the range and fixing cars.
Jose G.
Plumbing Technician
Jose joined the Meares Plumbing Family as part of our apprenticeship program. He has completed over 2000 hours of classroom training, field training, plumbing, and building code training that is required to become a Meares Plumbing technician. Jose is prideful in his work, and he will always ensure customer satisfaction. When Jose isn’t plumbing, he enjoys spending time with his family, working on cars and tinkering with technology.
Josh M.
Plumbing Technician
Josh successfully completed our apprenticeship program which includes hundreds of hours of both classroom and on the job training. He specializes in residential and new construction plumbing. He served in the US Navy for four years as a machines mate and 10 years as a concrete finisher before finding his home at Meares Plumbing & Electrical. Outside of work, Josh is a family man who loves doing outdoor activities with his wife and two daughters.
Bryan C.
Plumbing Technician
Bryan is from the great state of Maine! He traded in his snow boots for flipflops in 2018 and joined the Meares Plumbing family in 2019. Bryan has over 5 years of trade experience specializing in residential and commercial property maintenance and improvement. He has devoted countless hours of training and is determined to become a master plumber. When Bryan isn’t turning a wrench, he enjoys spending time with his children and has a passion for cars and music.
Malik C.
Plumbing Technician
Malik comes from a long line of plumbers and when he had the opportunity to join the Meares Plumbing Family as part of our apprenticeship program, he thought it was a perfect fit. He has completed over 2000 hours of classroom training, field training, plumbing, and building code training that is required to become a Meares Plumbing technician. When Malik isn’t plumbing, he enjoys spending time at the beach with his dog and girlfriend.
Demietre C.
Plumbing Technician
Demietre has successfully completed our apprenticeship program which includes hundreds of hours of both classroom and on the job training. Demietre prides himself on being the kind of technician that goes above and beyond to ensure each job is completed to the customer’s full satisfaction. When he isn’t plumbing, he enjoys time off with friends and family, especially playing rugby with his Tampa Bay team.
Craig L.
Plumbing Technician
Craig is originally from Staten Island, New York and has been a journeyman plumber in service for over 30 years. He was first introduced to plumbing as a boiler technician in the Navy. Craig enjoys coming up with solutions for his customers plumbing problems and that is why he has stayed in the industry for over 3 decades. When Craig isn’t plumbing, he likes to take the stage and make people laugh. So, you may be entertained a little as he tends to your plumbing needs.
Jay P.
Plumbing Technician
Jay joined the Meares Plumbing Family as part of our apprenticeship program. He has completed over 2000 hours of classroom training, field training, plumbing, and building code training that is required to become a Meares Plumbing technician. Jay moved from Connecticut to Florida in 2001 and has been working in remodeling, construction, and residential plumbing all his life. He is a father of 3 and has 3 grandchildren. When Jay isn’t plumbing, he enjoys spending his time with his family and riding his Harley.
Gus M.
Plumbing Technician
Gus was born and raised here in Florida! He started out as a part of our apprenticeship program and successfully completed all classroom training, field training, plumbing and building code training that is required to become a Meares Plumbing Technician. Gus enjoys plumbing because he loves to solve problems and work with his hands. In his free time, Gus loves to fish and spend time with his family. He also enjoys supporting local charities by helping with events that support a variety of good causes, including local schools, churches, and kids with autism. Gus especially enjoys spending time riding his motorcycle and believes there is no better feeling than riding a motorcycle down the beautiful roads here in Florida.
Chris T.
Plumbing Technician
Christopher started his career in the plumbing industry as a branch manager of a plumbing supply house company in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. He worked there for over 15 years! In 2021, he decided to move to the sunshine state to be closer to his family. He also began working on getting his master’s plumbing license. In his free time, Christopher enjoys helping the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) by tagging sharks for them. He also enjoys camping and exploring various beaches.
