Journeyman Plumber

CMS specializes in high-quality mechanical/plumbing installation, repair & renovation projects, complex construction, and maintenance & service on building systems. We build strong relationships with each of our clients, ensuring that they are informed and provided with a high level of communication to meet and exceed expectations throughout the project life cycle.

Plumbing Journeyman

Essential Job Functions

Meet all requirements of 4 year Apprentice.

Knowledge of all tools, equipment and skills necessary for the complete installation of projects common to the plumbing industry.

Possession of the tools as required by the company.

Direct the activities of field crew member(s) in accordance with job schedules and priorities as coordinated with project manager/customer/general contractor and field foreman as applicable.

Submit daily job progress reports to supervisors as required.

Responsible for ordering stock or fabricated materials as far in advance as possible either personally or through site foreman to ensure completion of assigned tasks.

Responsible for physical jobsite organization and housekeeping to ensure a safe professional work area.

Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of company equipment as well as monitoring the use and timely return of rented equipment.

Install sanitary systems, water systems, fuel systems, fixtures and equipment.

• Assemble, install and repair pipes, fitting, and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing and welding equipment.
• Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
• Review blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details.
• Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
• Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels.
• Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines.
• Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings, using hand and power tools.
• Hang steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
• Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.
• Install underground, sanitary and water piping systems and extend to connect fixtures and plumbing to these systems. Job may require trench digging.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe worksite at all times.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.
• Wear assigned PPE at all times while on the job site.
• Responsible for the accurate accounting of labor hours to the accounting department, material sheets and change orders, etc.
• Responsible for obtaining and maintaining necessary licensing/certification for performing work in areas where such is required.
• Responsible for instruction and on the job training of apprentices/crew members which includes emphasis on safety.
• Responsible for maintaining knowledge of local/national codes and industry standards. Ensure that all necessary inspections are made through all phases of work.
• Support the total quality effort. Identify and respond to the needs of internal and external customers 100% of the time.
• Work within the guidelines of the safety and employee policy.
• Promote CMS business values and culture
• Promote proper use of company assets
• Regular and predictable attendance is expected in order to meet the requirements of this position
• Wear assigned PPE at all times while on the job site.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• 4 year apprenticeship certificate or 4 years of field experience
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of plumbing, construction practice and safety procedures
• Working knowledge of all relevant national and local codes and company and industry standards.
• Must possess and maintain licenses that are required in the jurisdictions that you are working.
• Work well as a team. Team work is essential so being a good team member is key at CMS.
• Reliable transportation to and from work required
• Physical requirements: Able to lift, push, pull and twist up to 50 lbs through out the workday. Work overhead, climb ladders, work on uneven surfaces for extended periods of time.
• Daily work activities include: sitting, kneeling, climbing, squatting, crawling, digging, and ascending and descending ladders and scaffolding constantly throughout the work day.
  
  

Pay/Benefits

$30-$36/hr. depending on skill and experience. Benefits offered (Health, vision, dental, 401k, disability, life).

Colorado Mechanical Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

CMS also uses E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees by electronically matching information provided by employees on the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, against records available to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).