Residential Plumbing Installer (55310)

Job DetailsJob Location: Precision Plumbing - TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $50,000.00 - $100,000.00 Hourly

Position Summary

The Plumber Journeyman is responsible for the major installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing and heating systems. Work involves performance of skilled plumbing tasks in maintaining, repairing, and servicing a variety of fixtures and equipment. Routine maintenance, service, and repair work or performed independently and also while training/supervising apprentices. Assist with training Plumbers Level 1-3

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Current valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
Valid plumbers license
Strong desire to grow your career to a Master Plumber
Ability to use tools of the trade including but not limited to: plumbing snakes, augers, drills, saws, hammers, measuring tape, levels and screwdrivers.
Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures

3+ years’ experience in plumbing, maintenance, or related field
Excellent math skills
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Ability to handle the physical workload and perform physical labor for extended periods of time.
Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
Excellent written and verbal skills
Willing to work in all types of weather

Desired Qualifications

Experience in both residential and commercial plumbing

3+ years’ experience in plumbing, maintenance or related field.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Removing, replacing, installing or repairing all types of plumbing fixtures such as water closets, sinks, drinking fountains, showers, kitchen, laboratory, and other heating, water or drainage systems according to plumbing codes
Diagnosing malfunctions, repair and maintenance of plumbing and piping systems including clearing plugged waste lines
Cut, fit, fabricate and assemble a wide variety of articles, materials and devices including steel, copper, brass, glass, plastic, cast iron, corrosion-resistant pip, tile and concrete
Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported and graded
Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet the requirements of all applicable codes
Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet the requirements of the environmental protection requirements as applicable
Review building plans and specifications to determine the layout for plumbing and related materials
Locate and mark positions for connections and fixtures

Assemble and install valve and fittings
Test pie systems and fixtures for leaks
Ensure all requirements as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures are met
Dig trenches when needed
Haul equipment to and from the work site from the work truck
Take inventory and track how much materials are for each job
Communicate with all customers in a positive and professional manner
Work with customers to make recommendations on the purchase of new equipment
Work with outside vendors to purchase material and equipment
Drive motor vehicle as required
Lead apprentices or helpers as assigned
Read and interpret blueprints, plans and sketches
Keep daily reports and detailed job logs
Train and instruct Plumbers Level 1-3 as directed
Other duties as assigned

Success Factors / Job Competencies

Ability to adherence to all company policies and procedures
Ability to timely and accurately in completing the work assigned
Ability to arrive on time each workday and work the duration of the workday and any OT as required
Ability to work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines
Ability to demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, customers, vendors and supervisors
Ability to provide exceptional customer service to clients & co-workers alike

Physical demands and work environment

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

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, bend, lift, kneel; talk or hear. There will also be regular lifting 75 pounds or more over your head for an extended period of time, and potential exposure to hazardous materials. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Working for prolonged periods of time in confined spaces preforming diagnostic work.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time including extreme weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud on a job site. The employee will be exposed to dark and confined spaces, wet, muddy and odorous conditions, extreme temperatures, extreme weather, and heights and work that is below ground.

Performance Standards

Certain key business indicators that will measure the effectiveness of this job description. These include the following:

Billing and efficiency rating of _____

Average ticket price of $_

Achieve a monthly average revenue goal of $__

Achieve a yearly average revenue goal of $__

Achievements Required for Level 5

Journeyman license

At minimum 300 accessories sold and/or $2,500.00 in accessory revenue generated

Possess standard diagnostic tool set as required by employer

Billing and efficiency rating of _____

Advance 2 plumber in training through 2 levels

Average ticket price of $_

250 Maintenance Agreements sold/renewed

Recommendation for advancement from Master Plumber/ Manager/ Owner

Qualifications