Plumber

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 southeast and central United States. Position Description Assem ble, 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. Job Qualifications 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. Benefits We strive to provide a competitive compensation and benefits package. This includes but is not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), wellness programs and career development. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Thompson Construction Group, Inc.