Journeyman Plumber

Marsden Services•Columbus, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Feldkamp Enterprises, a Marsden Holding Company, is seeking a skilled Journeyman Plumber to work on jobsites assigned by a Project Manager. The role focuses on commercial plumbing systems and requires independent work, effective troubleshooting, and high-quality craftsmanship. Journeyman Plumbers work directly under the field foreman and train and lead plumbing apprentices and helper-level staff assigned to their jobsite. The position involves reading plans and codes, planning and installing plumbing systems, assembling and testing pipework, and coordinating materials and supplies with the field foreman. The plumber may also perform other duties as assigned. Feldkamp Enterprises is a non-union mechanical contractor in Cincinnati, Ohio, working in commercial and industrial HVAC, retrofit, and installation. The company describes itself as an established organization with room to grow.

Requirements

Must have a valid Journeyman License.
Must have OSHA 10 or 30 Certification.
General understanding of hand tools such as tape measures, pipe wrenches, hammers, and screwdrivers.
Ability and willingness to handle power tools safely.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a professional manner with people inside and outside the company.
Ability to work with, train, and lead apprentices and helper-level staff members.
Ability to work safely and follow safety requirements, including wearing proper PPE and keeping the worksite organized and free of hazards.
Basic English proficiency is required for safety reasons.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Ability to work at heights and underground.

Nice To Haves

Experience with medical gas systems, if applicable.
Experience working on multi-phase, large-scale construction projects.

Responsibilities

Understand and follow state and local plumbing regulations.
Assemble pipe sections, tubing, and fittings using appropriate connection methods and equipment.
Test pipes and plumbing fixtures with water or air and inspect pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
Review blueprints, building codes, and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
Perform complex calculations and plan special or large jobs, including daily scope of work.
Locate and mark pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures using measuring instruments.
Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, sequence installations, and plan around obstructions.
Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angles using hand and power tools or machines.
Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances, and fixtures using hand and power tools.
Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and fittings.
Hang steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
Install vent, storm, sanitary, gas, and water piping systems and extend piping to connect fixtures and plumbing to those systems.
Lead and train apprentices and helpers as required or assigned.
Coordinate needed materials and supplies with the field foreman.
Perform other duties as assigned.