Journeyman Plumber

Job Description

Title:

Journeyman Plumber

Reports To:

Production Supervisor

Overview

The Journeyman Plumber will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and repairs associated with plumbing and heating requirements for a large manufacturing environment. He or she 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

• Year round work (not seasonal).
• Physical ability to lift up to 50lb.
• Always adhere to safety policies (wear protective equipment).
• Overtime as required.
• Hazards associated with the trade.
• Indoor work.

Contacts

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