Journeyman Service Plumber

Primary Functions:

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair systems used for potable drinking water, sewage, and drainage piping as well as pipes, fittings, fixtures and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution, wastewater disposal, and venting in commercial, institutional and industrial facilities. Ensure plumbing systems and related equipment are working efficiently, properly and affordably.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations for correction and/or improvement.

• Install, remove, maintain, and repair plumbing systems and related equipment.

• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings, using hand tools and power tools; cut and thread pipes, using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and pipe-threading machine; bend pipes to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine or by hand.

• Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metals such as iron, steel, brass and lead, and non-metals such as glass, vitrified clay, and plastic, using hand tools and power tools.

• Join pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and calk joints.

• Fill pipe system with water or air and read pressure gauges to determine whether system is leaking.

• Install and repair plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners.

• Repair and maintain plumbing by replacing washers, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged drains.

• Respond directly to customer questions, explain services provided, and provide Dispatch with detailed summary of related costs for billing purposes.

• Complete all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner.

• Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis/support for retrofits, upgrades and/or enhancements to existing equipment.

• Mentor/train assisting apprentices.

• Perform all work within the confines of Brandt's safety rules and regulations.

• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications:

• High school degree (or GED); successful completion of 5-year plumbing apprenticeship program preferred

• Active Texas Journeyman Plumber license

• OSHA-10 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)

• Valid Texas Driver License and clean driving record

• Ability to read blueprints, layout plans and wiring diagrams

• Proficient at inspecting, troubleshooting, and making repairs on plumbing systems

• Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified timeframe

• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people

• Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy

• Ability and willingness to follow oral and written directions

• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug-screen and physical tests

• Must be available to be on stand-by and work intermittently during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Brandt's partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

About Us

Ranked as a Top 50 Specialty Contractor in ENR Magazine, Brandt is one of the largest MEP firms in the United States. We perform the entire mechanical and/or electrical phases of large commercial, institutional and industrial construction projects. Brandt is headquartered in Carrollton, Texas, and maintains additional regional offices in Austin, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio and Waco.

The Brandt Companies, LLC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity, minority/female/veteran/disabled employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age (40 or older), national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.