Commercial Journeyman Plumber

Commercial Journeyman Plumber Job Purpose:

Perform skilled work in the installations, maintenance and repair of plumbing and ventilating systems for buildings, plumbing equipment and fixtures.

Commercial Journeyman Plumber Job Description:

• Must have ability to install water supply distribution piping. Uponor,PEX,copper,PVC,C900,galvanized screw pipe and ductal iron

• Must have ability to repair. Install and repair retrofit ground drain, waste, and vent piping

• Must have ability to install poly ethylene gas and galvanized piping

• Must have ability to operate sewer snake, sewer camera, and threading machine

• Operates hand and power tools associated with the plumbing trade

• Installs, cleans and repairs water and waste lines to a wide variety of equipment

• Installs, repairs and periodically tests valves, sump pumps, water circulators and backflow preventers

• Installs, cleans and repairs underground water and sewage piping

• Installs and repairs piping for gas, air, and vacuum

• Requisitions supplies and material from stockroom, and orders from vendors

• Able to read blueprints and piping diagram

• Must have the ability to perform service for urinals, water closets, water heaters, water fountains and any and all commercial plumbing fixtures.

• Supervises plumber helper during portion of work week.

• Perform other related duties for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

Skills/Qualifications:

• Must possess water backflow or sprinkler inspection experience

• Specialized knowledge to analyze and solve complex problems

• Mental and visual effort required due to continuous, concentrated mental and visual effort to plan and perform complex work

• Knowledge of plumbing codes and regulations

• Ability to work in a team setting

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects

• Preparing and maintaining accurate records

• Ability to promote and follow policies and procedures

• Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in the installation, repair and maintenance on plumbing equipment

• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds

Work Conditions:

• Journeyman Plumbers may work outdoors in all types of weather; lift and carry heavy objects; work under exposure to heavy traffic, high noise levels, etc.; may work varied shifts, nights, weekends and holidays; and may work with or be exposed to hazardous materials or chemicals.

Certificates & Licenses:

• Current Texas Journeyman Plumbers License

• Minimum 3 years experience

• Successful completion of continued education toward Plumbing Trade

• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen

• Complete the following trainings as required: HASC Basic Plus, Forklift & Aerial Lift Safety Awareness, lock out tag out, fall arrest, confined space, MSDS, asbestos and lead identification, ladder safety, emergency evacuation, OSHA and respirator training