Job Title: Plumber Helper
Department: Commercial Construction
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Plumbing Foreman
JOB SUMMARY:
Support the team in the installation of commercial construction work as listed but not limited to: Underground plumbing, above ground plumbing, fixture setting and plumbing trim work in commercial buildings.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Perform appropriate communication with co-workers and customers
Assist plumbers with installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems including pipes and fixtures. Prepare work areas by cleaning and organizing work site, ensuring all necessary and tools and materials are readily available
Handle tools and materials by obtaining tools, hold pipes in place and assist in cutting and fitting pipes as directed Perform basic repairs and installation under direct supervision Dispose of waste by properly disposing of debris and waste materials Learn and apply skills by engaging in on-the-job training to learn plumbing techniques and safety protocols Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to travel, as needed, for projects.
- 1yr commercial plumbing experience preferred.
- Willingness to learn to read blueprints and shop drawings.
- Knowledge of basic hand and power tools and ability to read a tape measure preferred.
- Requires basic mechanical aptitude, mathematical and English language skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Regular and punctual attendance. Ability to work overtime if needed.
- Criminal background check required for hire
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Employees are regularly required to talk or hear
Employees are required to sit, squat, crawl, lay down and stand for long periods of time
Employees are required at times to walk uneven terrain
Employees are required to use their hands to manipulate small parts and tools.
Employees must be able to push, pull and handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Position requires the ability to lift and carry tools, material, and equipment up to 50 pounds
Position requires physical stamina and the ability to climb stairs and in/out of a scissor lift and navigate ditches
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:
It is imperative that all employees recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator. Aligned with our company’s Core Values, safety is the foundation of what we do each and every day, on each and every job, as part of each and every task. As a provider of residential, commercial and industrial services, several of our positions pose a greater risk of injury. As such, certain positions have been
designated as “safety sensitive”. This is a safety sensitive position, which means the employee’s job performance can affect the safety of the employee and others. Job performance under the influence of alcohol or drugs could lead to physical injury or death to the employee, other employees, or members of the public at large. Therefore, the employee must be able to perform job responsibilities without causing a threat to co-workers, to the workplace, or to the public at large.