What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumber position at Bernhard?
Bernhard’s core mission is delivering innovative engineering, construction, and energy solutions that empower our clients and promote a sustainable future. Bernhard is comprised of four divisions: Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering and Development, each with a distinct identity and service offerings. The intersection of our capabilities enables Bernhard to provide turnkey Energy-as-a-Service (“EaaS”) solutions to our clients. At the same time, our divisions continue working in the market sectors and communities that the Company has traditionally served. Bernhard’s vision is to be the leading EaaS provider in North America through delivery of excellent, high value service and innovative solutions for our clients.
Purpose and Essential Duties
The Plumber will plan, construct, install, and repair all phases of potable water, sanitary water and water, natural gas and storm drainage systems in accordance with Local and State plumbing and building codes. Specific responsibilities include:
- Install all plumbing systems and supports by using approved job drawings and manufacturer's instructions.
- Install lavatories, toilets, urinals, and cafeteria plumbing fixtures.
- Install drinking fountains.
- Install storm drainage systems.
- Install sanitary sewer systems and potable water systems.
- Practice on the job safety.
- Identify obstructions to be avoided by inspecting structure.
- Comply with federal, state, and local building and plumbing codes by enforcing adherence to requirements.
- Keep plumbing equipment and tools operational by following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures.
- Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Be able to test all plumbing systems per job specifications.
This position is Full Time, Non-Exempt, and reports to the Foreman.
Required Education, Experience and Qualifications
- Knowledge of testing plumbing systems to identifying leaks.
- Knowledge of basic safety, ADA Requirements, and state and local building / plumbing codes.
- Ability to install PVC, ABC, no-hub, service weight, copper sweat, copper pro press systems pex
pipe and Victaulic piping systems. - Knowledge of city and national plumbing codes.
- Ability to read and comprehend design drawings.
- Ability to operate some types of plumbing equipment.
- Ability to use special tools and equipment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast paced environment.
- Well versed in the industry and the Company’s competitors.
- Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of scope of work when
necessary.
Preferred Education, Experience and Qualifications
- 1 year as commercial plumber preferred
- 2 years as residential plumber preferred but not required
- Plumber's License preferred
- OSHA 10 or 30 hour certification preferred
Travel Requirements
- Infrequent travel to Company or client locations. Approximately 10% of time will be spent traveling.
Physical/Work Environment Requirements
Essential
- Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 50lbs, be able to bend/stoop, squat/crouch, climb, kneel and twist. Must be able to climb ladders, work both inside and outside, and around moving equipment safely.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that diverse candidates are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Bernhard, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Bernhard is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the e-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
To staffing/placement agencies: We are not responsible for any fee related to unsolicited resumes from 3rd party staffing and placement agencies (whether submitted through this website or sent directly to an employee of Bernhard LLC or its operating companies) unless a written agreement is in place between the agency and Bernhard, LLC (“Company”) and an authorized Company representative makes a written request to the agency to assist with a requisition. Similarly, no fee will be paid for candidates who apply and claim to be represented by an agency. Any unsolicited resumes, CVs, or other candidate information submitted by an agency will become the property of the Company, and no fee will be paid in the event such candidate is hired.
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