Plumber

U.S. Facilities, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Matching 401(k)

Pension

Paid time off

Uniform provided

Boot allowance

Job summary

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is hiring Plumbers in Philadelphia to manage plumbing systems in a correctional environment. The role requires assembling, installing, and repairing pipes and fixtures, along with the maintenance of water systems and drainage.

Qualified candidates need at least 3 years of plumbing experience, a Journeyman license, and must provide their own tools. Benefits include health, vision, dental insurance, a pension, and a 401(k) plan. This union position involves working in a 24/7 correctional facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in plumbing trades.
• Licensed at the Journeyman level in Philadelphia.
• Capable of reading blueprints and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing systems.
• Assemble, install, and repair pipes and fixtures.
• Perform commercial drain cleaning and maintenance.

Skills

Plumbing

Soldering

Pipe threading

Blueprint reading

Commercial drain cleaning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Test equipment

Job description

U.S. Facilities, Inc., a consolidated facility management service, is seeking Plumbers in Philadelphia. The Plumber will be responsible for the operation, replacement, repair and maintenance of domestic hot and cold-water systems, sanitary drainage systems, pumps and fixtures in a Correctional Environment. Assembling, installing and repairing pipes, fitting and fixtures of heating, water and drainage systems according to specification and plumbing codes. Studies building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations. Locates and marks position of piping and pipe valve isolation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools and other methods pertaining to the installation of copper, carbon steel, cast iron.
• Experience in soldering, brazing, pro press, pipe threading, pipe grooving, and various other piping methods used in a Commercial/Industrial Environment.
• Fills pipe system with water or air, reads gauges to determine system pressure.
• Proficient in Commercial drain cleaning and service.
• Directs Trade Helper assigned to plumber.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Basic Qualifications

• Basic literacy and the strength and dexterity required to perform heavy lifting tasks.
• High School Diploma, GED or Trade School.
• Minimum (3) years’ experience in the plumbing trades.
• Licensed at the Journeyman level in the City of Philadelphia.
• Must provide own basic hand tools and test equipment.
• Capable of reading blueprints, drawings and layouts.
• Must be able to read and speak English clearly.
• Valid Driver's license.
• Able to climb ladders and walk long distances.
• Able to pass Background Investigation without Criminal history.
• Must be able to pass Pre‑employment Drug Screening and Random Drug Testing.
• Must be able to work overtime when required.
• Must be able to work in all climate conditions.
• Will be working in a Correctional environment, which is a 24/7 operation. Shifts to be assigned.
• Shifts may involve multiple schedules.

Benefits

Excellent wage and benefits package includes Health, Life, Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance; Matching 401(k); Pension; and Paid Time Off. Uniforms and Boot Allowance are provided. This is a Union Position.

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.