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Service Plumber

Levco Management, Gloucester, VA, United States


Plumber (Hampton/Newport News)
Hourly: Compensation is commensurate with experience.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday – Friday, additional hours may be required upon approval

Reports to: Construction Supervisor

The Plumber will be responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of domestic water systems, water heating systems, sanitary sewer systems, storm water systems, gas piping (both threaded and fusion welded), while following recognized procedures and specifications of the International Plumbing Code (IPC) and Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC). The Plumber will also be responsible for the proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools such as sewer snakes, vacuum plungers, acetylene torches, soldering and welding equipment, sewer cameras, pipe locators, and other plumbing equipment.

Qualifications

Working knowledge of various plumbing systems, equipment, and the specifications related to the International Plumbing Code (IPC), Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), and local plumbing codes.

Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience working as a service plumber.

Candidate must be eligible to obtain a Journeyman’s Plumbing license within 12 months of hire.

Considerable knowledge of standard tools, methods, and materials of drain cleaning and plumbing trade.

Must have a wide variety of appropriate hand and trade-related tools.

Self-starter with the ability to work as a team, as well as independently in the field.

Perform manual labor in both indoor and outdoor environments in various conditions.

Physical requirements of the position include, but are not limited to, standing, lifting, and carrying a minimum of 50lbs unassisted, crawling, climbing ladders, kneeling, bending, etc.

Ability to schedule, manage time efficiently, and meet project deadlines.

Comfortable with operating computers, software, and online ordering platforms.

A valid driver’s license is required.

Requires frequent travel between properties, including overnight travel, as needed.

Responsibilities

Repairing, maintaining, and installing various plumbing systems and fixtures in all types of structures (mostly multifamily residential).

Coordinating with project managers and other construction professionals on a jobsite.

Reading building plans and installing according to design specifications.

Following current rules and regulations related to plumbing codes, OSHA, and Company policies.

Keeping and maintaining records of time spent on a job and materials purchased for the work.

Estimating time and costs for project bidding.

Responding to plumbing emergencies, including after hours as needed.

Performing regular maintenance of plumbing systems.

Assisting maintenance team members as needed.

Any other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Benefits

PTO: 15 days after 90 days of employment, increases with tenure

Health, vision, and dental insurance plans with employer contributions

Employer covered group life insurance policy

Voluntary life and accident insurance

Short-term disability

401(k)

Cell phone reimbursement

Levco Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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