Plumber

Thompson Construction Group, Inc.; Huger (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Construction Group, Inc. is seeking a plumber assistant to assemble, install and repair pipes, fittings and fixtures for heating, water, and drainage systems according to customer specifications and plumbing codes.

The role involves reading plans, locating pipe routes, selecting fittings, cutting and threading, bending, joining, testing for leaks, and ensuring proper installation and safety standards on job sites.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Completed Plumbing course at a technical or trade school or minimum of 3 years of field experience.
• Must read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Study plans and drawings to determine work required and sequence of installation.
• Inspect structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure during installation.
• Locate and mark position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors, spirit level, and plumb bob.
• Select correct pipe, elbows, flanges, fixtures and hangers or supports.
• Cut and thread pipe using pipe cutters, cutting torch and pipe-threading machine.
• Bend pipe to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine or by placing pipe over block and bending it by hand.
• Cut openings in floors and walls to accommodate pipe and fittings using hand tools and power tools.
• Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings and pipes of different materials using joining methods.
• Join pipes by screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulks joints.
• Fill pipe system with water or air and read pressure gauges to check for leaks.
• Install and repair plumbing fixtures.
• Repair and maintain plumbing, mend burst pipes, and open clogged drains.
• May weld holding fixtures to steel structural members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading plans/drawings

Math & measurements

Clear communication

Tools

Pipe cutters

Cutting torch

Pipe-threading machine

Pipe-bending machine

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Since its foundation in 1986, Thompson Construction Group, Inc. has grown from a small, local company into one of the largest privately held companies based in South Carolina. Our diverse services portfolio includes capital projects, power services, maintenance services, disaster recovery, hydro consulting, and commercial construction. We believe in investing in our employees to help them reach their professional goals, as well as their personal goals. Thompson promotes a work environment that fosters learning, leadership, and development, along with a safety culture that never waivers. Thompson is headquartered in Sumter, South Carolina, with offices spanning the United States, primarily the southeast and central United States.

Position Description

Assemble, install and repair pipes, fitting and fixtures of heating, water and drainage systems according to customer specifications and plumbing codes.

Job Responsibilities

• Study plans and drawings to determine work required and sequence of installation.
• Inspect structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe.
• Locate and mark position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors, spirit level, and plumb bob.
• Select correct pipe, elbows, flanges, fixtures and hangers or supports.
• Cut and thread pipe using pipe cutters, cutting torch and pipe-threading machine.
• Bend pipe to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine or by placing pipe over block and bending it by hand.
• Cut openings in floors and walls to accommodate pipe and fittings using hand tools and power tools.
• Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings and pipes of different materials such as metals, glass, verified clay or plastic hand held and power tools.
• Join pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulks joints.
• Fill pipe system with water or air and reads pressure gauges to determine whether system is leaking.
• Install and repair plumbing fixtures.
• Repair and maintain plumbing, mend burst pipes, and open clogged drains.
• May weld holding fixtures to steel structural members.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Completed Plumbing course at a technical or trade school or minimum of 3 years of experience working in the field.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly with supervisor/co-workers and understand direction from supervisor.
• Utilize basic math, a ruler and calculator to solve geometric problems associated with running Plumbing Pipe and fixtures.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, twist, stand and reach repetitively, operate equipment and work in hot/cold/damp/cramped environment.
• Candidate may be required to pass a drug test and criminal background based on job location/requirements.