Plumbing Journeyman - 100% NATIONWIDE TRAVEL

GEMCO Constructors, founded in July of 2014, is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. GEMCO is a national mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building automation systems and service contractor providing comprehensive design and build solutions for its customers throughout the United States. GEMCO is coast to coast holding engineering and construction registrations, licenses, and certifications within 30 states.

Position requires presence directly on the Project Site location with intermittent travel to residence of record. Company covers hotel and also pays Per Diem for travelers. 

Position Summary 

Under administrative supervision from a designated trade manager, to plan, coordinate and supervise new construction and remodeling of existing buildings.  The Plumbing Journeyman has extensive experience performing repairs on different piping systems, snaking drains, fixing leaks, and installing pipes and water heaters. 

Primary Responsibilities and Duties 

• Diagnose plumbing problems and perform repairs 

• Install, assemble, maintain, and repair pipes and plumbing fixtures 

• Locate and repair water line leaks and remove clogs 

• Install and/or repair household appliances like dishwashers, water heaters, toilets, sinks, etc. 

• Test plumbing and other installed fixtures to ensure proper function 

• Follow state laws and regulations and adhere to local building codes 

• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Traits/Competencies 

• Knowledge of all phases of building construction, including work commonly done by the various building crafts. 

• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural systems. 

• Knowledge of building materials, tools, and machines. 

• Knowledge of building material costs and wages. 

• Able to read technical designs and blueprints 

• Proficient with plumbing tools, materials, and equipment 

• Expert knowledge in piping and ventilation systems 

Requirements 

• High school graduation or equivalent. 

• Completion of a vocational school certificate program, associate degree, or apprenticeship preferred 

• 1 years of professional plumbing experience 

• Any combination totaling four years (48 months) work experience in building construction, remodeling, construction project coordination experience. 

• General computer, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills. 

• Available to work on call and respond immediately to plumbing emergencies 

Physical Demands 

• The position requires standing, bending, reaching, lifting a majority of the workday. 

• Lift repetitively 50 pounds. 

• Climb ladders. 

• Work from scaffolding and lifts. 

• Drive a company vehicle (truck). 

• Capable of driving long distances between job sites. 

• Other manual labor as required. 

Our employees are our most asset. That is why at GEMCO Constructors we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy and feel secure.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our core values are "DECISIVENESS, DEPENDABILITY, INITIATIVE, RESOURCEFULNESS and FLEXIBILITY". 

• DECISIVENESS – Recognizing and acting on key factors to finalize important decisions.
• DEPENDABILITY – Fulfilling what I consented to do, even if it means unexpected sacrifice.
• INITIATIVE – Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before I am asked to do it.
• RESOURCEFULLNESS – Effectively utilizing the people and tools available to overcome challenges.
• FLEXIBILITY – Willingness to change plans or ideas to benefit the greater good.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.