Journeyman Plumber

Title: 

Journeyperson Plumber 

Department: 

Plumbing 

Reports To: 

Production Supervisor 

Overview 

The Journeyperson Plumber will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and repairs associated with plumbing and heating requirements for a large manufacturing environment. This position will work using safe work practices with items such as, but not limited to: air conditioning, humidifiers, gas lines, water pipes and sewer utilities in and about the facilities, as well as maintaining and repairing compressed air lines, compressors, and vacuum pumps.  

Roles & Responsibilities 

• Installs commercial and in-house produced plumbing assemblies into in-process HVAC equipment.  

• Reviews blueprints and specifications; ensures drawings and specifications will function as designed in environment intended for use and maintains drawings to reflect accurately any changes and/or additions that are made.   

• Tends to plumbing, air, and vacuum issues to keep production equipment running.   

• Participates in all construction and remodeling projects involving plumbing, air conditioning, or gas fitting changes and/or additions.   

• Tends to the maintenance and preventative maintenance programs including cleaning for all plumbing, heating, and air conditioning, and air and vacuum related equipment.   

• Proposes changes or modifications to plans to enhance production and efficiency of systems plans and specifications for sanitation facilities.    

• Assist in training, directing, and supervision of junior employees and apprentices, inspecting and certifying their work.   

• Performs plumbing inventory and orders parts as required.  

• Reviews coding accuracy of assigned builds.   

• Provides technical Assistance/Emergency Response services to existing facilities.   

• Set up and tests finished HVAC equipment for proper performance/customer requirements.  

• Keeps detailed and accurate maintenance reports and safety documentation.   

• Maintains a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance, and repair techniques.   

• Performs all duties in accordance with Silent-Aire Limited Partnership safety program standards and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Code. 

• Other duties as required. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

• Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training preferred.   

• Appropriate credentials and certifications - Industrial Plumber Trade Certification, 5th Period Apprentice and working towards an Industrial Plumber Red Seal Certificate.    

• Ability to work independently in a busy environment.  

• Experience with routine maintenance operations.  

• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment.  

• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.  

• Able to work well under pressure.  

• Strong attention to detail.  

• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.  

Working Conditions 

• 24/7 availability may be required. 

• Must have the physical ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 lbs. 

• Travel to off-site locations may be required. 

• Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment). 

• Overtime as required. 

• Hazards associated with the trade. 

• Work both indoors and outdoors, may be exposed to construction sites. 

Contacts 

• Communication is primarily internal to the assigned work team and Production Supervisor.