Plumbing Journeyman

S.M. Lawrence Co., Inc.; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical HSA

Dental

Vision

Long-term Disability

PTO

Paid Holidays

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Company Discount Program

Job summary

S.M. Lawrence Co., Inc. seeks skilled plumbers for commercial installation projects across healthcare, government, educational, and industrial sectors.

You will read blueprints, install copper, steel, PVC, CPVC, and PEX piping, and work from ladders or lifts to complete rough-ins and trim outs. Preferred candidates have 1–3 years of commercial plumbing experience, a journeyman license, and the ability to lead apprentices.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years commercial plumbing experience preferred.
• Valid/current journeyman plumbing license preferred.
• Medical Gas Certification, or ability to obtain, preferred.
• Experience leading apprentices or helpers preferred.
• OSHA 10 hour preferred.
• Able to work from ladders and man lifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Commercial plumbing installation on large-scale projects.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Install copper, steel, cast iron, PVC, CPVC, and PEX piping.
• Set grease traps, interceptors, and utility hookups.
• Work from ladders and man lifts as needed.
• Perform related duties or special projects.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Team leadership

Education

Journeyman plumbing license

Medical Gas Certification

OSHA 10 hour

Experience coaching apprentices

Job description

S.M. Lawrence has been doing it right for over 100 years. Our foundation of uncompromising integrity, unequaled service and effective project management has led us to where we are today. We are always searching for new and talented people who share our values and are dedicated to the continued success of this company.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Commercial plumbing installation from underground/rough-ins, stack out to trim outs on large scale commercial and industrial construction projects such as, healthcare, government, educational, manufacturing, data centers and others. Install hangers and supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation for water, gas, compressed air, medical gas, or other liquids. Read and interpret blueprints and building specifications required for each job site to accurately install systems. Installation of copper, steel, cast iron, PVC, CPVC, PEX, and other piping. Duties could include setting grease traps, decontamination tanks, oil interceptors, lint interceptors, utility hookups, etc. Able to work from ladders and man lifts from various heights and operate the equipment as needed. Perform other related duties or special projects, as assigned.

Education, Training, Licenses and/or Certifications

• 1 – 3 years of commercial plumbing experience preferred
• Valid / current journeyman plumbing license preferred.
• Medical Gas Certification, or ability to obtain, preferred.
• Experience leading / coaching an apprentice and/or helper preferred.
• OSHA 10 hour preferred.
• Able to work from ladders and man lifts from various heights and operate the equipment as needed.

Additional Requirements

• Must complete company specific welding, soldering and/or brazing test for employment.
• Requires basic mechanical aptitude, mathematical and English language skills.
• Maintain a positive, cooperative, and teachable attitude.
• Initiative; self-motivated (driven), self-starter.
• Excellent communication and customer services skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Complies and promotes company Safety Policy
• Must be able to work independently with and without supervision.
• Ability to stand, squat, bend, stoop and comfortably lift up to 50 lbs.
• Familiarity with blueprint, schematic, drawings, and other equipment layout materials
• Ability to pass a full background screening and drug screening.
• Ability to pass MVR check (if applicable) or must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass a physical ability test
• Ability to travel, as needed, for projects.

Benefits

• 401K match
• Medical HSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Long-term Disability
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Discount Program

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Comfort Systems USA, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. We strive to foster a work environment that includes and embraces racial, ethnic and gender diversity and other individual differences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps us attract and retain the best talent, enables employees to realize their full potential, and drives high performance through innovation and collaboration.

As part of Comfort Systems USA with 44 sister companies, S.M. Lawrence has the capabilities and the resources to be a part of any building project. In addition to an in-house engineering staff, we have electrical, plumbing, process piping, HVAC, and service capabilities to provide a single source for all your mechanical and electrical needs.