Journeyman Plumber

Journeyman Plumber

The Plumber Level 4/5 is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial and industrial plumbing systems. This role supports facility operations through preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and project-based plumbing work while ensuring compliance with applicable plumbing codes, manufacturer specifications, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, repair, and maintain piping systems, fixtures, drainage systems, and water distribution systems.
• Operate drain cleaning equipment and sewer cleaning machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair commercial plumbing fixtures and associated systems.
• Install and maintain pressure vessels in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Support facility maintenance activities and respond to emergency service calls.
• Perform inspection, cleaning, repair, testing, and reassembly of pumps and related mechanical equipment.
• Conduct failure analysis and provide recommendations for corrective action.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical specifications, and work instructions.
• Document work performed through work order and maintenance management systems.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and maintain compliance with safety procedures.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 5 years of plumbing experience.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes, materials, tools, and installation methods.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair plumbing systems independently.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to OSHA standards.
• Ability to manage multiple service requests and priorities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, refinery, aerospace, or large commercial facilities.
• Experience servicing centrifugal pumps, rotary pumps, reciprocating pumps, vacuum pumps, and air compressor systems.
• Equipment operation certifications or experience.
• Strong computer skills for reporting and documentation.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values safety, innovation, and professional growth. Enjoy the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with diverse projects and the potential for skill advancement.

Work Environment

Industrial and manufacturing environment with regular exposure to heat, noise, mechanical equipment, and confined spaces. Work may involve elevated heights up to 500 feet and requires the use of respirators and personal protective equipment. Shift work, overtime, weekends, and emergency call-outs may be required. Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs. and pushing/pulling up to 75 lbs. are part of the job, along with extended periods of standing, walking, climbing ladders, kneeling, crouching, and overhead work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)