Marine Plumber

Bradford Marine, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Marine, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is seeking a Marine Plumber responsible for assembling, installing, and repairing plumbing systems on vessels. The role includes diagnosing mechanical systems and supports A/C units, adhering to safety standards.

Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and possess strong plumbing knowledge and diagnostic skills. The position may require overtime to meet company needs.

Qualifications

• Must have minimum 2 years’ experience as a marine plumber.
• Flexible to work overtime to meet company needs.
• Requires no specific licenses or certificates.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, and replace marine plumbing and pumps.
• Diagnose plumbing malfunctions for necessary repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Plumbing knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Education

Minimum 2 years’ experience as a marine plumber

Job description

The Marine Plumber is responsible for assembling, installing, and repairing piping systems, fittings, and plumbing fixtures on vessels. This role includes diagnosing and servicing water, mechanical, and related onboard systems using appropriate tools and testing equipment. The Marine Plumber also supports A/C and cooling systems, including connecting, disconnecting, and performing basic checks as needed. All work is performed in accordance with industry standards, best practices, and company safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs as needed
• Assemble, install, maintain, and replace marine plumbing and pumps including basic electrical connections
• Connect/disconnect cooling towers and dry AC units and perform routine maintenance
• Install and replace all valve strainers and thru hulls
• Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment, including sinks, water heaters, water softeners, etc.
• Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks
• Assembles and constructs pipe sections, tubing and fittings, pipe assemblies, valves, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering
• Assembles and installs both metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings, and pipes using hand tools and power tools
• Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines
• Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, replacing, or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures
• Stocks and assists in maintaining inventory of shop supplies, materials, tools, and equipment
• Maintains clean, orderly, and safe work areas; properly maintains assigned equipment and tools
• Documents work performed daily
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor and staff, co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, etc.
• Following company, industry, and best practices regarding safety standards (safe equipment usage, personal protective equipment, reporting)
• Performs other appropriate tasks and duties as assigned

Note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. In addition, duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills

• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Plumbing knowledge
• Diagnostic skills

Education, Work Experience, Licenses, and Certificates

• Years of relevant work experience required: minimum 2 years’ experience as a marine plumber
• Flexible to work overtime, if needed, to meet the company needs
• Required licenses or certificates: No
• People Management: No
• Direct reports titles: Manager, Machine Shop

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Requires bending, climbing, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting
• Requires the ability to use speech, vision and hearing
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds
• Exposure to changes in temperature and humidity

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Bradford Marine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. For more information, please visit eeoc.gov to learn more.