Commercial Journeyman Plumber (KY) - Feldkamp Mechanical

Job Description

Job Description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

Fledkamp Mechanical is part of Kelso Industries, with 3,500+ employees across 29 operating companies, delivers top HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a high-performing team. Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com

Recruiter Notice : We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

Feldkamp Mechanical is looking to hire several Journeyman Plumbers. We are a family-owned company that values and appreciates our employees while offering many opportunities for advancement.

Position Summary :

Performs journeyman plumber duties in the construction, installation, alteration, maintenance, repair, remodeling or removal and replacement of plumbing; and performs other duties as required.

Install plumbing systems and all other related components correctly and in a timely manner, while also helping facilitate customer satisfaction and workplace safety. All Plumbers are expected to work under close supervision within a team-oriented environment and with a minimal amount of creative design, depending on work experience and proven competencies.

License / Certification :

Must be licensed as a journeyman plumber by the State of Kentucky Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.

Key Responsibilities :

• Assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures for heating, water, and drainage systems according to plumbing codes.
• Inspect structures to locate and mark positions for pipes and connections.
• Provide estimates of time and materials for plumbing projects.
• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and electronic test equipment for plumbing tasks.
• Perform tests to locate leaks and other plumbing issues using water or air and reading gauges.
• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe fittings.
• Cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angles for installation.
• Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and both metal and non-metal pipes.
• Join pipes using screws, bolts, fittings, and solder.
• Troubleshoot and perform emergency repairs on plumbing systems.
• Install and repair plumbing fixtures, including toilets, drains, and water heaters.
• Maintain plumbing systems by replacing washers, mending burst pipes, and clearing clogged drains.
• Perform preventative maintenance to eliminate operating problems and improve outcomes.
• Model and promote excellent customer service for internal and external customers.
• Work collaboratively with contractors and other tradesmen.
• Maintain inventories of tools, materials, and equipment, ensuring optimal material consumption.
• Ensure plumbing systems are safe and running efficiently.
• Follow all safety protocols and comply with statutory regulations and plumbing codes.

Qualifications :

The work environments are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Why Join Us?

We're committed to attracting talented individuals who seek a company with a strong foundation of success and an outstanding culture. We proactively provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways for career advancement with autonomy and flexibility in an entrepreneurial environment.

Learn more about us at www.kelso-industries.com.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business.