Service Journeyman Plumber

Commercial Service Journeyman Plumber Job Description

Non-Exempt

Reports to Service Manager

Summary

A plumber is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining pipes, fixtures and other plumbing used for water distribution and waste water disposal in commercial and industrial buildings.

A plumber reads blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of plumbing systems, water supply networks and waste and drainage systems. A plumber selects and inserts precut pieces of copper tubing and fittings in holes. Plumbers connect tubing and fittings using solder paste, or solder and torch, to form sewer, drain, and water lines. A plumber may direct workers engaged in preassembly and installation of wall systems, such as risers, air chambers, and shower assemblies.

Plumbers work in cooperation with other trades and laborers to ensure that all specifications, legislation and policies are met, to ensure efficient completion of any project. Providing adequate services, by a qualified plumber, will ensure that all water supply networks and waste and drainage systems are installed, repaired and maintained to meet all standards of building codes and safety.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Maintains and repairs general plumbing components to include toilets, urinals, faucets, hose bibs, and drains.

2. Installs, repairs, or replaces domestic hot and cold-water lines.

3. Repairs and replaces steam to hot water exchangers for major building heating systems and pools.

4. Repairs and replaces pneumatic steam valves, radiator valves, traps, and steam and condensate pipes.

5. Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, and sewage pumps.

6. Installs, tests, and repairs all sizes of backflow prevention devices.

7. Leads troubleshooting efforts and repairs steam, water, and gas distribution systems.

8. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and suppl...