Journeyman Plumber

Southland Industries, Inc.; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Career advancement pathways

Wellness resources

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a safety-focused supervisor to lead a small crew, ensure daily safety compliance, and meet production goals. You will conduct toolbox talks, investigate incidents, and maintain a clean, organized work area while orienting new crew members.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years as a tradesperson, strong leadership and communication skills, and OSHA-30 certification (to be obtained within 6 months). Union membership is required in this role.

Qualifications

• Familiar with other construction trades.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and company policies.
• Strong leadership abilities and team supervision skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven problem solving and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Ability to manage diverse workforce.
• High school degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years as a qualified tradesperson.
• OSHA-30 certification to be obtained within 6 months from hire.
• Union membership is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a small work crew to safety and productivity.
• Facilitate a safe work culture and ensure adherence to safety standards.
• Conduct weekly toolbox talks and answer safety questions.
• Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews.
• Complete safety reports within the required timeframe.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area and orient new crew members.
• Assess crew competency and set production benchmarks.
• Assign tasks and maintain work standards to keep morale high.
• Promote teamwork and resolve scheduling conflicts with other crews.
• Ensure work meets plans/blueprints and production goals.
• Perform THA daily at shift start and before tasks.
• Provide input on personnel actions and project plans.

Skills

Leadership

OSHA knowledge

Safety regulations

Communication

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Diversity management

Education

High school degree or equivalent

OSHA-30 certification (within 6 months)

Tools

Job description

Supervise, provide leadership, and ensure the safety and productivity of a small work crew.

• Facilitate a safe work culture.
• Ensure crew members adhere to the standards for safe working conditions and are fit for work each day.
• Conduct weekly “toolbox” talks.
• Provide answers to technical safety questions or seek answers from a competent authority.
• Participate in safety/incident investigations and reviews.
• Complete incidents and other safety reports withinappropriatetimeframe.
• Ensure the work area is consistently clean, safe, and organized.
• Ensure new crew members are oriented to the job.
• Assess the competency and capability of each crew member.Establish benchmarks to ensure that each meets the required levels of quality and productivity.
• Assign individual and crew tasks.
• Set and maintain work standards. Outline behavioral expectations to ensure crew morale and productivity remain positive.
• Promote, support, andfacilitateteamwork.
• Perform related craftwork along with crew.
• Understand project plans and schedules. Ensure the crew’s daily and weekly activities meet production goals.
• Identifyand/or verify that all tools and materials required by the crew are available and complete.
• Identifyneeds and deficiencies in the plan/schedule and communicate these to theappropriate persons.
• Translate general work requirements into a prioritized plan for individual tasks and assignments.
• Review and adjust specific project activities and task schedules to meet established production schedules.
• Advisesuperintendentof equipment and material shortages.
• Work with the crew to overcome work challenges.
• Resolve or report any scheduling conflicts with other crews and contractors to theappropriate persons.
• Ensure that completed work meets standards. Recommend work processes that will improve productivity and product quality.
• Ensure the crew works to job specifications andfollowsthe plans/blueprints.
• Inspect completed work andinitiatetimelyresolutions to any problems.
• EnsureTask Hazard Analysis (THA) is performed and recorded daily at the start of the shift and before any tasks are performed.
• Recommend personnel actions such as hiring, promotions and discipline.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with other construction trades and crafts
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA safety regulations as well as company safety policies and procedures
• Strong leadership
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts
• Ability to manage differences and diversity at the workplace
• High school degree or equivalent
• 5+ years’ experience as a qualified tradesperson
• OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• Employment is contingent upon active membership in the appropriate local trade union

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well‑being of our employees and their families.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.

In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
• Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, join our dynamic team.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement:

Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).