Commercial Plumber

Battelle • Columbus, OH

4d • $59,500 - $83,300 • Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle is seeking an experienced journeyman-level skilled-trades professional to maintain, improve, and support facilities and systems that enable critical research and operations. The role involves hands-on troubleshooting and work across multiple craft areas, including maintenance, fabrication, construction, and renovation. The employee works independently on complex assignments, follows applicable codes and safety requirements, and may provide direction to personnel and contractors. The role also supports project planning, cost estimates, and reliable facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform journeyman-level installation, modification, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of facility systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot system problems and potential failures using technical knowledge, sound judgment, and established trade practices.
• Support facility construction, demolition, renovation, installation, fabrication, and maintenance activities.
• Apply skills across multiple craft disciplines to complete assignments with minimal supervision and limited written or graphic instructions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, system diagrams, technical drawings, and other work documentation.
• Perform installation and fabrication using appropriate hand tools, power tools, equipment, and trade-specific techniques.
• Follow applicable regulatory codes, requirements, procedures, and recognized industry practices.
• Direct and coordinate assigned personnel as needed to complete projects and maintenance activities safely and efficiently.
• Maintain appropriate security of facilities, systems, equipment, and project work.
• Provide cost estimates for small to medium-sized projects and information supporting departmental budgeting when required.
• Direct and inspect outside contractors’ work on designated projects when assigned.
• Safely operate required equipment and complete applicable training or certification for specialized activities when required.
• Perform work indoors and outdoors, including tasks involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and access to equipment or confined work areas.
• Maintain a valid Ohio Driver’s License and comply with Battelle safety, security, and operational requirements.

Benefits

• Compressed work schedule with every other Friday off for most team members.
• Work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement where team and position needs allow.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness incentives, and optional supplemental benefits.
• Coverage and support for partners, gender-affirming care, and family formation.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan; Battelle contributes 5 percent for most employees whether or not they contribute and matches employee contributions.
• Tuition assistance for higher education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed