Pipefitter/Welder Journeyman

GEMCO Constructors, founded in July of 2014, is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. GEMCO is a national mechanical, electrical, plumbing, building automation systems and service contractor providing comprehensive design and build solutions for its customers throughout the United States. GEMCO is coast to coast holding engineering and construction registrations, licenses, and certifications within 30+ states. 

Position Summary

The Pipefitter/Welder Journeyman is responsible for the assembling and installing of piping systems to new and existing construction projects, as well as assist Foreman in running projects.  Act as trainer to apprentices.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Cutting and threading pipe, using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and pipe-threading machine
• Other duties as assigned.
• Lead a crew

Traits/Competencies

• Ability to take direction
• Dependability
• Initiative
• Flexibility
• Resourcefulness
• Decisiveness

Requirements

• Must have min 4 years welding experience – all position flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead
• 8+ years of verifiable commercial construction experience required in the Piping/Welding industry

• Work experience in new commercial construction
• General computer, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Must have a current Drivers License
• Knowledge of all phases of building construction, including work commonly done by the various building crafts.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications for buildings.
• Requires the ability to comply with all safety policies and procedures; communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure projects are completed properly.

Physical Demands

• The position requires standing, bending, reaching, lifting a majority of the workday.
• Lift repetitively 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders.
• Work from scaffolding and lifts.
• Other manual labor as required

Our employees are our most valuable asset. That's why at GEMCO Constructors we're committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy and feel secure.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our core values are "DECISIVENESS, DEPENDABILITY, INITIATIVE, RESOURCEFULNESS and FLEXIBILITY". 

• DECISIVENESS – Recognizing and acting on key factors to finalize important decisions.
• DEPENDABILITY – Fulfilling what I consented to do, even if it means unexpected sacrifice.
• INITIATIVE – Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before I am asked to do it.
• RESOURCEFULLNESS – Effectively utilizing the people and tools available to overcome challenges.
• FLEXIBILITY – Willingness to change plans or ideas to benefit the greater good.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.