Plumber / Pipefitter

The Copper River Family of Companies•Crane, IN

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Copper River Technologies is seeking an experienced, journeyman-level Plumber / Pipefitter to support the installation, maintenance, modification, and repair of plumbing and utility systems in Crane, Indiana. This hands-on position involves work across facilities and systems, including water, gas, sewage, and other utility services. The role requires working independently, interpreting plans, diagnosing problems, and completing work safely and correctly. The position may include participation in a rotating on-call schedule, responding to after-hours emergencies, and reporting to the work site within two hours when required while assigned to on-call duty. Employees may also be designated as essential personnel and required to report or remain on duty during emergencies, including severe weather, natural disasters, or periods of increased security. The work is active and hands-on, in indoor and outdoor settings and varying weather conditions. Conditions may include hot, cold, noisy, poorly ventilated, or poorly lighted environments, as well as exposure to fumes, dust, dirt, grease, oil, electrical hazards, and typical construction and maintenance conditions. Copper River is owned by the Native Village of Eyak, and its companies support the Tribe and its community through economic advancement, health and social services, education, jobs, and training.

Requirements

Valid state driver's license.
Journeyman-level plumbing or pipefitting experience.
Experience working with water, gas, sewage, and utility systems.
Thorough knowledge of plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance methods and techniques.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, schematics, and work orders.
Ability to independently plan and lay out piping systems and equipment.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to use standard plumbing tools, equipment, and trade mathematics.
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions regarding materials, tools, and work methods.
Commitment to safe, professional, and high-quality workmanship.
When assigned to on-call duty, remain available and be able to report to the work site within two hours when required.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently.
Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding and work on rooftops, in equipment rooms, under buildings, and in confined spaces.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach.
Comfort working indoors and outdoors in varying weather and in hot, cold, noisy, poorly ventilated, or poorly lighted environments.
Ability to work around fumes, dust, dirt, grease, oil, electrical hazards, and other typical construction and maintenance conditions.

Responsibilities

Install, modify, maintain, and repair water, gas, sewage, and utility systems.
Install and repair plumbing fixtures and equipment, including toilets, tubs, showers, water heaters, valves, traps, and unions.
Read and interpret blueprints, building plans, work orders, and sketches.
Plan and lay out piping routes, openings, slopes, elevations, and equipment locations.
Locate and tap mainlines and install piping, hangers, valves, fittings, and related components.
Troubleshoot and repair leaks, blockages, and other plumbing system issues.
Estimate the labor, materials, and equipment needed to complete service work.
Select appropriate tools, materials, and techniques to complete assigned work safely and efficiently.
Use plumbing tools and equipment such as augers, hydrostatic pumps, gauges, plumb bobs, dividers, and other trade equipment.
Complete work with minimal supervision while following applicable codes, standards, safety requirements, and established procedures.
Provide guidance and oversight to trainees or helpers when assigned.
Maintain appropriate inventory of materials and supplies when operating an assigned service vehicle.
Support emergency and after-hours response when assigned to an on-call rotation.