Plumber Journeyman

POSITION TITLE

Plumber Journeyman

EXEMPTION STATUS

Non-exempt

REPORTS TO

Master Plumber Foreman

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

12 months

HOURLY SALARY RANGE

Minimum $21.57, Midpoint $25.99, Maximum $30.41

Primary Purpose

Assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

High school diploma or GED

Plumber Journeyman License

Valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques

Knowledge of plumbing codes

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material

Ability to perform mathematical calculations

Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Ability to use hand and power tools

Experience

One year experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience; clear driving record

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Maintenance and Repair

• Study building plans and work drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations.
• 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.
• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
• Cut and thread pipe.
• Bend pipe to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine or by placing pipe over block and bending it by hand.
• Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metals, such as iron, steel, brass, and lead, and nonmetals, such as glass, vitrified clay, and plastic.
• Join pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulks joints.
• Fill pipe system with water or air and read pressure gauges to determine whether system is leaking.
• Install and...