Plumber

TechFlow•Columbia, SC

10d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

Plumber – U.S. Army Base Fort Jackson Competitive Wages and an INSURANCE ALLOWANCE! Top reasons to work at EMI Services, a subsidiary of TechFlow: Paid Time Off - Vacation, Sick & Federal Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Career growth and advancement potential EMI Services is hiring a Plumber. Primary responsibilities of the Plumber includes assembly, install and repair of pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems. Plumbers ensure that water supply networks, waste and drainage systems are installed, repaired and maintained according to specifications and established building codes. The ideal EMI Plumber is Backflow Certified and has experience working in diverse settings while following all health and safety standards. Salary $22.95/ hr. plus $4.93 fringe benefits used towards insurance and 401k! See ALL the fantastic benefits you receive as an employee of EMI below!!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years experience in the plumbing trades
Backflow certification
Duty Phone
Valid driver's license complaint with REAL ID Act or willing and able to obtain one
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
Regular, dependable attendance
U. S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted
Use of hands, reaching with hands and arms, talking, and walking
Prolonged periods of sitting, bending, squatting, standing, twisting, or stooping
Climbing ladders and entering confined spaces
Lifting and adjusting heavy objects, contact with sharp, hot and/or very cold supplies and equipment
May spend long hours in awkward positions which can cause physical discomfort and strain
Work both indoors and outdoors in various temperatures (some extreme) and weather conditions
May also come in contact with potential poisons and gases that could cause injury or illness
Sensory demands include exposure to the smells associated with sewer and water
Experience in maintaining, repairing, installing and operating plumbing systems - includes pipes, traps, plumbing fixtures, back flow prevention systems, water and drain lines, pressure vessels and control system
Knowledge of building architectural/structural elements including alterations and repairs
Follows verbal instructions and adheres to policies and procedures
Adaptable and flexible in work situations
Prioritizes tasks to ensure completion in a timely manner
PRACTICES WORKPLACE SAFETY in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies - Including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

Certified journeyman

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain plumbing - replace washers in leaky faucets, mend burst pipes, and open clogged drains using specialized equipment (jetter)
Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipe - composed of metal, pvc, fiberglass and vitrified clay
Join pipe by use of bolted flanges, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulks joints
May bend pipe to required angle using pipe-bending tool
Fills pipe system with water or air and read pressure gauge to determine if 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
Perform other related duties as assigned