Service Journeyman Plumber

Southland Industries Inc. • Carrollton, Texas, United States • 3m ago

Position Summary

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair systems used for potable drinking water, sewage, and drainage piping as well as pipes, fittings, fixtures and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution, waste water disposal, and venting in commercial, institutional and industrial facilities. Ensure plumbing systems and related equipment are working efficiently, properly and affordably.

Roles and Responsibilities

Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations for correction and/or improvement.
Install, remove, maintain and repair plumbing systems and related equipment.
Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings, using hand tools and power tools; cut and thread pipes, using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and pipe-threading machine; bend pipes to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine or by hand.
Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metals such as iron, steel, brass and lead, and non-metals such as glass, vitrified clay, and plastic, using hand tools and power tools.
Join pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent and calk joints.
Fill pipe system with water or air and read pressure gauges to determine whether 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.
Repair and maintain plumbing by replacing washers, mending burst pipes and opening clogged drains.
Respond directly to customer questions, explain services provided, and provide Dispatch with detailed summary of related costs for billing purposes.
Complete all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner.
Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis/support for retrofits, upgrades and/or enhancements to existing equipment.
Mentor/train assisting apprentices.
Perform all work within the confines of Southland's safety rules and regulations.
Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications

High school degree (or GED); successful completion of 5-year plumbing apprenticeship program preferred
Active Texas Journeyman Plumber license
OSHA-10 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
Valid Texas Driver License and clean driving record
Ability to read blueprints, layout plans and wiring diagrams
Proficient at inspecting, troubleshooting and making repairs on plumbing systems
Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified timeframe
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people
Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy
Ability and willingness to follow oral and written directions
Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug-screen and physical tests
Must be available to be on stand-by and work intermittently during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Southland partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families.

For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), wages and benefits—including health and welfare, retirement, paid time off, and other provisions—are determined in accordance with the applicable local union agreement.

In addition to union-provided benefits, employees may have access to company-sponsored programs such as:

Training and professional development opportunities
Company-supported career advancement and apprenticeship pathways
Wellness resources and employee support programs

Please note that specific benefits and eligibility may vary based on union affiliation, location, and the terms of the applicable CBA.

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employerand prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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