Plumber Journeyman

Journeyman:

• Typically 3 years and above documented field experience in chosen craft discipline with ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.

Certified Journeyman:

• Requires attainment of NCCER certifications written and/or practical.

Leadman:

• Provides leadership, instruction, and guidance to other craft workers in work crew, providing assistance to Foreman, while working in the capacity of a journeyman.

SUMMARY:

Assembles, installs, and repairs pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, waters and drainage systems in support of plant construction and maintenance activities according to specifications and plumbing codes.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.
• Assembles pipe sections, tubing, and fittings, using screws, bolts, solder, plastic solvent, and caulking.
• Studies building plans and inspects structure to determine required materials and equipment and sequence of pipe installations
• Cuts opening in structures to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings, using hand and power tools.
• Locates and marks position of pipe installations and passage holes in structures, using measuring instruments, such as ruler and level.
• Cuts, threads, and bends pipe to required angle, using pipe cutters, pipe threading machine, and pipe bending machine.
• Fills pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observes pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
• Directs workers engaged in pipe cutting and preassembly and installation of plumbing systems and components.
• Reads and interprets instructions and documentation and plans work activities.
• Moves materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work sites
• Follows all hazardous waste handling guidelines.
• Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs various clean-up and housekeeping activities.
• Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures.
• Performs other duties and activities as directed
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment.
• Performs other duties as required.