Journeyman Plumber

TP Mechanical Contractors; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TP Mechanical Contractors is seeking a Senior Plumber with leadership experience to coordinate, install, and repair complex plumbing and heating systems on commercial projects. You will read blueprints, supervise crews, mentor apprentices, and ensure safety on site.

The role requires 10+ years of field experience, a Journeyman’s license, and the ability to work long hours outdoors. A stable work history and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial plumbing/heating operations experience.
• Stable work history; shop experience is a plus.
• Journeyman’s license; willing to obtain additional licenses/certs.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret specifications.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and perform shift work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, install, and/or repair plumbing and heating systems per blueprints.
• Lead and delegate work on job sites; coach personnel.
• Manage materials and schedules; ensure safety practices.
• Read blueprints and interpret specifications.
• Mentor lower echelon and improve procedures.
• Attend jobsite and office meetings as required.

Skills

10+ years plumbing experience

Read blueprints

Advanced plumbing installation

Fabricate offsets

Take-offs

Install equipment

Math skills

Clear communication

Leadership/mentoring

Education

High School or GED

Journeyman’s license

Trade School

Willing to obtain additional licenses/certs

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary: Work includes coordination, installation, and repair of plumbing and heating systems. Individuals must be able to read and understand blueprints and communicate effectively with all other people on the project, including our subcontractors. Need to be able to give directions, lead, and delegate the work when needed. Coach personnel to focus on jobsite training. Focus on safety and safety practices first and foremost at all task inceptions. Represent TP Mechanical Contractors in a professional manner.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Coordinate, install, and/or repair sanitary, storm, domestic water, fuel oil and natural gas systems including fixtures and equipment for plumbing systems and heating and cooling equipment systems.
• Perform field fabrication of plumbing and piping systems and set up the specific task or project schedule.
• Make adjustments to work sequences to meet construction schedules, using own knowledge of equipment and lower-level personnel capacities.
• Manage materials to ensure timely completion of the work scheduled. Ensure optimal material consumption.
• Read blueprints and interpret specifications.
• Correct punch-list items and make distribution as required.
• Plan work to make the most efficient use of assigned manpower and other resources.
• Inspect work in progress and completed work to ensure conformance to contract and specification.
• Ensure the needs of general contractors, owners, and other customers as well as entrusted employees are met.
• Participates in the project management process by keeping the superintendent or project manager aware of all issues affecting production, schedule, and relationships.
• Assist project manager and superintendents with problems or questions in an accurate and timely manner.
• Attend, as required, all jobsite and office meetings related to assigned projects.
• Serve as a coach and mentor to lower echelon to help them develop and improve their skills and increase their technical knowledge.
• Mentor lower echelon employees, emphasizing a commitment to continually improve company procedures and processes in the best interests of the company.
• Strengthen skills to encourage improvement in other plumbers or fitters.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

o 10+ years commercial experience in field plumbing or heating operations.

o Prior shop experience a plus.

o Stable work history.

Job Skills:

• Ability to read blueprints.
• Advanced knowledge of plumbing and piping installation.
• Ability to fabricate offsets.
• Knowledge of the use of all hand and power tools used in installation and service of plumbing and heating systems.
• Able to do complex take-offs.
• Able to install equipment.
• Works within precise limits or standards of accuracy and productivity.
• Advanced math skills.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner.

Education:

• High School or GED Equivalent.
• Journeyman’s license
• Trade School a plus.
• Willing to obtain additional trade licenses and/or certifications.

Physical Requirements:

• Eyesight correctable to 20/50.
• Able to work long hours on feet.
• Able to lift and climb ladders and scaffolds.
• Able to perform shift work.
• Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 60lbs.
• Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must not be afraid of heights.

Special Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must provide own basic hand tools.
• Able to operate heavy machinery.
• OSHA 10 certificate.

Company Description

TriplePoint, through our family of companies, delivers end-to-end solutions to our customers, from pre-construction expertise through contracting and fabrication to service and maintenance for piping, plumbing, HVAC/R and fire protection. We do this as a relationship-focused organization that leverages seven decades of experience providing innovative solutions with excellence that drive down costs, enhance safety, increase value and deliver speed to occupancy.