Plumbing Journeyman

Midwestern Mechanical is more than a place to work, it’s a place to build a future. Founded in 1983 as a one-man plumbing operation in a converted chicken coop, we’ve grown into a 300+ employee-owned company serving South Dakota, Iowa, Minnesota, and Nebraska. Today, we proudly support careers in plumbing, heating, HVAC, and fire protection. Through it all, our values have remained the same: treat people right, do quality work, and build something that lasts.

As a 100% employee-owned company, every team member is an owner. With industry-leading training, registered apprenticeship programs, and a strong promote-from-within culture, your work directly supports your career and your future. From residential service to large commercial projects, we take pride in doing great work together.

If you’re looking for meaningful work, real career advancement, and a team that looks out for one another, you’ll find it here.

Position Summary:

The Journeyman Plumber is responsible for executing assigned tasks under the direction of the Foreman while maintaining high standards of quality and productivity. This role involves assembling, fabricating, installing, and repairing plumbing and medical gas systems in accordance with project specifications, trade practices, and building codes. These systems may include pipes, fittings, fixtures, boilers for hydronic heating, water supply, medical gas, and drainage systems. In addition, the Journeyman Plumber plays a key role in mentoring and guiding apprentices, supporting their education and hands-on training.

Core Functions:

• Perform all work in a safe manner. Watches out for fellow team members to ensure they are working in a safe manner as well. 


• Responsible for abiding by all safety and conduct policies laid out by Midwestern Mechanical and the different work sites.


• Diagnose problems and/or failures in a variety of plumbing and gas systems.


• Repairs and installs various types of pipes including iron, steel, copper and pvc.


• Must work under direct supervision of the Foreman or Site Supervisor.


• Inspect equipment, structures or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.


• Operate powered equipment including hand tools, stationary machines and others.


• Make decisions by analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.


• Maintain a high-quality initiative while completing assigned duties.


• Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.


• Test for leaks in new and repaired systems with compressed air and/or water.


• Ability to lawfully drive a motor vehicle and maintain a current driver’s license to commute to the various current or prospective job sites in the region.


• Overnight travel is necessary to job sites within the region.

• Provide daily direction to assigned Apprentices on the job site and actively participates in training and development of Apprentices.


• Follows and executes directions and assigned duties from Foreman and Plumbing Superintendent.


• Maintains a positive attitude to drive and build positive morale.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of plumbing systems.


• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.


• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.


• Able to operator a motor vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.


• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.


• Good communication skills for communicating with management, city officials, on-site customers and other employees.


• Work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes completing deadlines.


• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.


• Must have the ability to read and interpret written materials.


• Basic math skills for measuring and calculating materials.


• Must hold and maintain a Journeyman Plumber license.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.


• Journeyman Plumber license required.


• Field experience in plumbing preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally heavier loads with assistance.


• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and crouching throughout the workday.


• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights when required.


• Comfortable working in confined spaces such as crawl spaces and attics.


• Manual dexterity to handle tools and small parts.


• Ability to tolerate exposure to varying temperatures, dust, and outdoor conditions.


• Must have adequate vision and hearing to safely perform tasks and communicate effectively.


• Ability to work extended hours, including evenings or weekends, as needed.

The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the position. MWM reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Midwestern Mechanical is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.