Plumber

Pay Rate: $32.00 per hour

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Duration: 3 Months

Summary:

• Work Mode: Onsite
• As a key member of the on-site facilities team, you will support a company, a critical transportation and infrastructure asset.
• Ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plumbing systems in a high-profile, 24/7 environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform installation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial plumbing systems including domestic water, sanitary waste, storm drainage, and associated piping.
• Maintain and repair plumbing fixtures such as toilets, urinals, sinks, valves, fountains, and backflow devices.
• Execute preventative maintenance tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures and company requirements.
• Respond to service calls and emergency conditions to restore systems safely and efficiently.
• Conduct performance testing to verify system integrity and compliance.
• Support continuous operations at a high-traffic transportation facility with minimal disruption to customers and passengers.
• Work safely and professionally in public-facing areas and secure mechanical spaces.
• Support building infrastructure serving restrooms, mechanical rooms, employee areas, and commercial tenants.
• Assist with planned infrastructure upgrades, capital projects, and system improvements.
• Adhere to safety policies, OSHA regulations, and all applicable plumbing codes.
• Follow required procedures including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, fall protection, and PPE usage.
• Identify hazards, report safety concerns, and participate in site safety initiatives.
• Ensure workmanship meets quality standards and client service level expectations.
• Accurately complete work orders, inspections, and maintenance records using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Document repairs, materials used, and corrective actions.
• Support audits, compliance inspections, and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and building automation technicians within the site team.
• Coordinate work activities with supervisors, client representatives, and subcontractors.
• Participate in on-call or emergency response rotations as required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Journeyman Plumber license or equivalent trade certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial or industrial plumbing environments.
• Working knowledge of plumbing systems, tools, materials, and best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and quality service delivery.
• Ability to pass background screening, drug testing, and physical requirements.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in large facilities, transportation hubs, or mission-critical environments.
• Knowledge of backflow prevention systems, booster pumps, and high-volume restroom systems.
• Familiarity with CMMS and mobile work order platforms.
• Experience working within a union environment.

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, climb ladders, and work in tight or confined spaces.
• Exposure to mechanical rooms, utility tunnels, varying temperatures, water, and noise.
• Ability to perform work safely within an active, occupied facility.