Plumbing Journeyman

S.M. Lawrence

The Role

Overview

Install and maintain commercial plumbing systems on large-scale construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • plumbing install
  • blueprint reading
  • safety compliance
  • pipe supports
  • utility hookups
  • piping materials

Tasks

-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. -Read and interpret blueprints and building specifications required for each job site to accurately install systems. -Complies and promotes company Safety Policy -Install hangers and supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation for water, gas, compressed air, medical gas, or other liquids. -Duties could include setting grease traps, decontamination tanks, oil interceptors, lint interceptors, utility hookups, etc. -Installation of copper, steel, cast iron, PVC, CPVC, PEX, and other piping.

Requirements

  • journeyman license
  • plumbing experience
  • osha 10
  • medical gas
  • apprentice coaching
  • blueprint familiarity

What You Bring

-Experience leading / coaching an apprentice and/or helper preferred. -Ability to travel, as needed, for projects. -Must be able to work independently with and without supervision. -Ability to pass a physical ability test -Familiarity with blueprint, schematic, drawings, and other equipment layout materials -Must complete company specific welding, soldering and/or brazing test for employment. -1 – 3 years of commercial plumbing experience preferred -Analytical and problem-solving skills -Ability to pass a full background screening and drug screening. -Ability to pass MVR check (if applicable) or must have reliable transportation. -Ability to stand, squat, bend, stoop and comfortably lift up to 50 lbs. -Valid / current journeyman plumbing license preferred. -Excellent communication and customer services skills. -Requires basic mechanical aptitude, mathematical and English language skills. -Able to work from ladders and man lifts from various heights and operate the equipment as needed. -OSHA 10 hour preferred. -Medical Gas Certification, or ability to obtain, preferred.

Benefits

-Long-term Disability -Pet Insurance -401K match -Paid Holidays -Company Discount Program -Employee Assistance Program

The Company

About S.M. Lawrence

-Began as a coal company before evolving into HVAC and mechanical excellence. -Added electrical and engineering divisions after becoming a member of Comfort Systems USA. -Delivers virtual, onsite, and offsite construction services for complex projects. -Handles commercial and industrial builds like schools, offices, and institutional facilities. -Specializes in HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and building automation across diverse projects. -Known for tackling time-sensitive, technically challenging jobs with in-house engineering and prefabrication.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Industrial

Hospitality

Institutional

Mechanical Services

Plumbing Services

Refrigeration/Kitchen Equipment

Process Piping & Welding Services

Steam Specialties

Gas Piping & Air Lines

Sheet Metal Fabrication

HVAC Systems

Medical Gas Systems

Hydronic Steam Systems

Natural Gas Systems

Seismic Valves and Bracing

Facility Services

Offsite Construction

Onsite Construction

Special Projects

Security Clearance

-full background screening and drug screening required -motor vehicle record (mvr) check required if applicable