Licensed Journeyman Plumber — Mentor on Complex Projects

Summit Technical; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Technical is seeking a licensed Journeyman Plumber to join our growing team. You will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plumbing systems in commercial, residential, and industrial settings, following UPC/IPC codes and safety practices.

You will work independently on complex projects, read blueprints and schematics, supervise apprentices, and ensure leak-free, code-compliant installations while delivering excellent customer service on every site.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyman Plumber license required.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on plumbing experience post-apprenticeship in a commercial/industrial setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a recognized plumbing apprenticeship.
• Deep knowledge of current local plumbing codes, water distribution systems, and sanitary drainage systems.
• Must possess a complete set of standard professional plumbing hand tools.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, and maneuver heavy equipment and materials weighing up to 50+ pounds.
• Willingness to work in diverse environmental conditions, including unconditioned job sites and outdoor weather.
• Note: May require on-call rotations, evenings, or weekend hours to handle emergency plumbing calls.

Responsibilities

• Install, assemble, and repair pipes, fittings, fixtures, and water-heating equipment according to plumbing codes and specifications.
• Read, interpret, and work from architectural blueprints, isometric drawings, and schematics to determine piping layouts and material requirements.
• Inspect plumbing systems, water supply lines, drainage networks, and gas lines to identify leaks, blockages, or faulty components, and execute effective repairs.
• Cut, thread, bend, and join pipes and fittings made of various materials, including copper, PVC, CPVC, PEX, and cast iron.
• Ensure all installations and repairs strictly comply with the UPC or IPC and pass municipal inspections.
• Supervise, train, and sign off on the hours of plumbing apprentices and helpers on the job site.
• Perform pressure tests on sanitary, water, and gas systems to ensure structural integrity and leak-free operation.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and adhere to all OSHA safety standards, including proper trenching and PPE protocols.

Skills

5+ years plumbing experience

Valid Journeyman Plumber License

Gas fitting or backflow certification

Plumbing hand tools

Valid driver’s license

Ability to lift 50+ pounds

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a recognized plumbing apprenticeship

Tools

Plumbing hand tools

Job description

Summit Technical is seeking a licensed Journeyman Plumber to join our growing team. You will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair plumbing systems in commercial, residential, and industrial settings, following UPC/IPC codes and safety practices.

You will work independently on complex projects, read blueprints and schematics, supervise apprentices, and ensure leak-free, code-compliant installations while delivering excellent customer service on every site.