Journeyman Plumber

Open 19d

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Plumber will participate in the installation or maintenance and inspection of plumbing systems and associated processes.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Regular attendance at assigned location; may include A/Z office or other project site;
  • Works on systems that include sanitary waste and vent; laboratory/process waste; tempered water; potable and non-potable water; roof drainage;
  • Works with materials that include cast iron; PVC; polypropylene; copper (solder and pro-press);
  • Measure, cut, thread or bend pipe to required angle using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines or pipe-bending machines;
  • Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes or fixtures in structures using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels;
  • Test pipes or fixtures for leaks using various methods;
  • Assemble pipe sections, tubing or fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, soldering or brazing equipment;
  • Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances or fixtures using hand or power tools;
  • Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notify supervisors;
  • Direct helpers or apprentices in appropriate tasks;
  • Read and interpret blueprints, plans or specifications to determine work details or procedures;
  • Must maintain strict adherence to safety rules and quality;
  • Participate in site housekeeping;
  • Interacts with co-workers in an attentive courteous manner;
  • Additional duties as directed by management.