Commercial Plumber (Apprentice Or Journeyman Or Medical Gas)

Kodiak Labor Solutions is a staffing company that specializes in placing quality craftsmen to the industrial, commercial and marine industries. Our background in the construction arena serves as our mechanism to take care of our customers by placing quality craft workers. We are an employee-centric company who differentiates ourselves by our dedication and commitment to our employees.

We are seeking Journeyman AND Apprentice level Plumbers for various projects in and around Austin, Texas.

See the TWO Job Descriptions listed below.

**Direct Hire Opportunity**

BENEFITS:

• Elective Health Insurance
• Elective Vision
• Elective Dental
• Long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment Insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Optional additional life insurance
• 401 K Savings plan: Company will match a percentage of income
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off

Location: Austin, TX * *

Pay: up to $36/hr

Per Diem: NONE - MUST BE LOCAL

Schedule: 8-10 hour shifts

Duration: Long Term

Job Type: Contract, Temp to Hire, Direct HIre

Start:  Wednesday 4/26 to Monday 5/1 or ASAP (multiple start dates available)

++++++++++++Commercial Journeyman or Apprentice Plumber++++++++++++

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Commercial plumbing installation from underground/rough-ins, stack out to trim outs on large scale commercial and industrial construction projects such as, healthcare, government, educational, manufacturing, data centers and others.
• Install hangers and supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation for water, gas, compressed air, Medical Gas, or other liquids.
• Read and interpret blueprints and building specifications required for each job site to accurately install systems.
• Installation of copper, steel, cast iron, PVC, CPVC, PEX, and other piping.
• Duties could include setting grease traps, decontamination tanks, oil interceptors, lint interceptors, utility hookups, etc.
• Able to work from ladders and man lifts from various heights and operate the equipment as needed
• Perform other related duties or special projects, as assigned

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years of commercial plumbing experience
• Valid / current TDLR plumbing license
• Medical Gas Certification, or ability to obtain, preferred
• Experience leading / coaching an apprentice and/or helper
• OSHA 10 hour preferred
• Able to work from ladders and man lifts from various heights and operate the equipment as needed

Additional Requirements

• Requires basic mechanical aptitude, mathematical and English language skills.
• Maintain a positive, cooperative and teachable attitude
• Initiative; self-motivated (driven), self-starter.
• Excellent communication and customer services skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Complies and promotes company Safety Policy
• Must be able to work independently with and without supervision.
• Ability to stand, squat, bend, stoop and comfortably lift up to 75 lbs.
• Familiarity with blueprint, schematic, drawings, and other equipment layout materials
• Ability to pass a full background screening and drug screening
• Ability to pass MVR check
• Ability to pass a physical ability test
• Ability to travel, as needed, for projects

++++++++Medical Gas Plumber+++++++++++

Essential Duties:

• · Install and assemble gas pipes in medical facilities
• · Familiar with Medical Gas and vacuum systems.
• · Follow all laws, codes, rulings, and regulations to ensure the facility follows federal standards
• · Test existing systems that deliver oxygen, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen during surgery.
• · Ensure clean air throughout the facility, providing power to surgical equipment, and managing all pipe fitting procedures.
• · Utilize lockout/tagout and confined space guidelines, as well as all other safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Possess state issued plumbing license - Journeyman or Master with Med Gas endorsement
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Minimum of two years of experience in plumbing installation or mechanical systems
• Must have completed a specialty training course that equips you with the necessary skills to install ASSE Standard 1060 equipment and take a course in brazing
• Know protocols outlined in the National Fire Protection Association 99 manual
• Proven technical capabilities delivered with customer service in mind.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to integrity and quality.
• Positive attitude and self-motivated.