Plumber - Residential New Construction (Conyers, GA) - High Priority Plumbing

Description

Job Description

Job Title: New Construction Plumber

Classification: Non-exempt (Hourly)

Reports To: Commercial Division Manager

Date of Revision: November 17, 2023

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Testing pipes by filling them with water or air and reads gauges to determine whether system is working accurately;
• Collaborates with contractors, construction workers, electricians, pipefitters, and steamfitters in installing and repairing plumbing;
• Writes a report documenting the problem and summary of actions taken;
• Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials;
• Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation;
• Prepares bids and schedules and oversees other workers, such as apprentices and helpers;
• Chooses plumbing materials based on budget, location, and intended uses of building;
• Assembles fittings and valves for installation;
• Follows health and safety standards and complies with building codes;
• Assisting with the installation of pipe and fittings for copper, cast iron, and PVC/CPVC pipes, and for drain, sewer, and gas lines;
• Installing fittings and components above and in ground;
• Unloading and carrying materials to the jobsite;
• Must have completed all state-required classes and apprentice work, and possess a journeyman's card;
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of commercial plumbing code
• Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot plumbing problems with minimal supervision

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous commercial plumbing experience

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Previous plumbing experience in commercial new construction

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to pass a background check, drug screen and MVR report

Compensation: $20 - $40 per hour, dependent upon skills and experience

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• $25,000 Life Insurance -- 100% paid by the company
• Optional additional life insurance coverage for employee, spouse and/or children.
• 401(k) with company match
• Three paid holidays – Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year
• 1 week vacation and two sick days after a year
  • 2 weeks after 3 years
  • 3 weeks after 8 years
• Weekly pay via direct deposit
• Company credit card and gas card
• Company cell phone
• Van to drive home

Physical Activity: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, and hearing.

Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Visual Acuity Requirements: Employees in this position are required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operates machines, such as lathes, drill presses, power saws, and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performs mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as carpenter, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.

Working Conditions: The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions. No effective protection from the weather. The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. The worker is subject to extreme cold. Temperatures typically below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity. The worker is subject to extreme heat. Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity. The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. The worker is subject to vibration. Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. The worker is frequently in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, man holes, small enclosed rooms, small sewage and line pipes, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia. The worker is required to function in narrow aisles or passageways.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

• Full Time. Daily schedules begin at 8am and end at 5pm, but evening and weekend hours are to be expected occasionally. Overtime is common for plumbers.

Travel: Due to the nature of the plumbing industry and this position, daily local travel is required. Overnight travel is not to be expected. Plumbers are provided a company vehicle which can be driven home each day, for which insurance, routine maintenance and gas expense are paid by the company.

Frequency of travel by distance from employee's home:

1-49 miles: 90%

50-100 miles: 10%

100 miles or more: 0%

EEO/ADA Statements: High Priority Plumbing and Services, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employment applicants for employment, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, sex, religion, color, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran or military status. This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an employment application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact us at or and ask to be directed to Human Resources.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to, nor does it constitute, nor can it be construed to be an offer of employment or employment contract between High Priority Plumbing and Services, Inc., and any applicant or employee. All employees are employed at the will of both parties.

Additionally, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of an employee in this position. Keep in mind, the Company has the right to alter or amend your job description at any time verbally or in writing. Employees should expect to be assigned job duties from time to time, with or without notice, that are not found in their formal job description.