Journeyman Plumber

CMS specializes in high-quality mechanical/plumbing installation, repair & renovation projects, complex construction, and maintenance & service on building systems. We build strong relationships with each of our clients, ensuring that they are informed and provided with a high level of communication to meet and exceed expectations throughout the project life cycle.

Plumbing Journeyman

Essential Job Functions:

• Meet all requirements of 4 year Apprentice.
• Knowledge of all tools, equipment and skills necessary for the complete installation of projects common to the plumbing industry.
• Possession of the tools as required by the company.
• Direct the activities of field crew member(s) in accordance with job schedules and priorities as coordinated with project manager/customer/general contractor and field foreman as applicable.
• Submit daily job progress reports to supervisors as required.
• Responsible for ordering stock or fabricated materials as far in advance as possible either personally or through site foreman to ensure completion of assigned tasks.
• Responsible for physical jobsite organization and housekeeping to ensure a safe professional work area.
• Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of company equipment as well as monitoring the use and timely return of rented equipment.
• Install sanitary systems, water systems, fuel systems, fixtures and equipment.

• Assemble, install and repair pipes, fitting, and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing and welding equipment.
• Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
• Review blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details.
• Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
• Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels.
• 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.
• Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings, using hand and power tools.
• Hang steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
• Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.
• Install underground, sanitary and water piping systems and extend to connect fixtures and plumbing to these systems. Job may require trench digging.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe worksite at all times.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.
• Wear assigned PPE at all times while on the job site.
• Responsible for the accurate accounting of labor hours to the accounting department, material sheets and change orders, etc.
• Responsible for obtaining and maintaining necessary licensing/certification for performing work in areas where such is required.
• Responsible for instruction and on the job training of apprentices/crew members which includes emphasis on safety.
• Responsible for maintaining knowledge of local/national codes and industry standards. Ensure that all necessary inspections are made through all phases of work.
• Support the total quality effort. Identify and respond to the needs of internal and external customers 100% of the time.
• Work within the guidelines of the safety and employee policy.
• Promote CMS business values and culture
• Promote proper use of company assets
• Regular and predictable attendance is expected in order to meet the requirements of this position
• Wear assigned PPE at all times while on the job site.
• Other duties as assigned
• Qualifications:
  • 4 year apprenticeship certificate or 4 years of field experience
  • Thorough knowledge of all aspects of plumbing, construction practice and safety procedures
  • Working knowledge of all relevant national and local codes and company and industry standards.
  • Must possess and maintain licenses that are required in the jurisdictions that you are working.
  • Work well as a team. Team work is essential so being a good team member is key at CMS.
  • Reliable transportation to and from work required
  • Physical requirements: Able to lift, push, pull and twist up to 50 lbs through out the workday. Work overhead, climb ladders, work on uneven surfaces for extended periods of time.
  • Daily work activities include: sitting, kneeling, climbing, squatting, crawling, digging, and ascending and descending ladders and scaffolding constantly throughout the work day.
    

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