Journeyman Plumber

Job Description

Job Description

Envocore, LLC is an established national leader engaged in the engineering, designing and installation of energy-efficient systems. Our company designs and installs projects for a wide range of Government, Commercial, Industrial, Educational, Medical, Institutional and Retail facilities across the United States. This position requires a C-36 licensed plumber.

Summary: Envocore is seeking a licensed (C-36) Journeyman plumber who has completed an approved plumbing apprenticeship and is qualified to install, maintain, and repair domestic water distribution systems. This role includes reading blueprints, installing piping systems, connecting fixtures and equipment, testing systems, troubleshooting issues, ensuring code compliance, and working safely on residential, commercial, and institutional projects. The journeyman plumber typically works under the direction of a master plumber and is responsible for ensuring domestic water systems are installed correctly, perform as designed, and meet all applicable codes and standards. The scope of work for this project is Water Meter Installations and Retrofits, 5/8” to 12”, Outdoor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reports to site supervisor to receive day’s assignment.
• Perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled plumbing tasks involving the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to install, modify, and repair domestic water piping systems, including copper, PEX, CPVC, PVC, and steel.
• Ability to install and connect fixtures, valves, water heaters, pumps, meters, backflow preventers, and related plumbing equipment.
• Domestic Water System Installation: Layout, rough-in, and finish installation of potable water systems for buildings.
• Piping and Connections: Cut, thread, solder, braze, crimp, and secure piping and fittings to ensure leak-free systems.
• System Inspection and Testing: Pressure testing, flushing, disinfecting, and verifying proper operation of domestic water systems.
• Troubleshooting and Repairs: Diagnose and repair leaks, pressure issues, flow problems, and component failures.
• Reading Schematics and Blueprints: Interpret plumbing, architectural, and mechanical drawings for domestic water installations.
• Code Compliance: Ensure all installations meet local plumbing codes, health regulations, and project specifications.
• Operate maintenance equipment and a variety of power tools including pipe threaders, press tools, soldering/brazing equipment, drills, and lifts as required.
• Comply with the company’s personal hand tools requirements and ensure all tools are maintained in proper working order.
• Assist with loading or unloading trucks and staging materials as needed.
• Maintain tools and equipment in clean, safe, and working conditions.

Competency

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, inspectors, and clients.
• Operate various motorized light construction equipment used in plumbing work.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in plumbing systems, materials, installation methods, and repair techniques.
• Knowledge of Plumbing Codes and Standards: Familiarity with IPC/UPC, state and local plumbing codes, and safety regulations.
• Blueprint Reading: Ability to interpret plumbing plans, schematics, and shop drawings.
• Troubleshooting Skills: Strong problem-solving skills to identify and correct plumbing system issues.
• Safety Awareness: Commitment to safe work practices and compliance with OSHA requirements.
• Physical Dexterity: Ability to handle tools, work in confined spaces, trenches, and elevated work areas.
• Attention to Detail: Accurate piping layout, connections, testing, and inspections to ensure system integrity.
• Communication Skills: Clear verbal and written communication with field teams and supervisors.
• Time Management: Ability to complete assigned tasks efficiently and meet project schedules.
• Adaptability: Willingness to work on different sites, system types, and changing job conditions.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus completion of a plumbing apprenticeship program or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates and Licenses

• Current Driver’s License
• OSHA 30
• State-issued Journeyman Plumber License or completion of an approved Plumbing Apprenticeship Program with journeyman card

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Regular exposure to construction site conditions, wet environments, and confined spaces.
• Frequent climbing, bending, kneeling, and working overhead.
• Noise level is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regular standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and use of hands and arms.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• May be required to work on ladders and at heights up to 20–30 feet.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.