Job Description

Plumbing Installer/Tradesman
Reports To: Field Foreman
Shift/Hours: 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. or 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. depending on the season

The Plumbing Installer/Tradesman will be motivated and responsible for routing various types of pipes and water lines to the sewer systems of new residential and multi-family homes. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for strapping pipes, nail plating, running condensation lines, gluing pipe and running pex lines.
Technical Responsibilities of the Job
• Cast Iron Waste Lines ( using bands and snap cutters)
• ABS Drain Lines (using pipe cutters and glue)
• Copper water lines (measure, cut, clean, flux and solder)
• CPVC water lines (measure, ream, glue)
• Black iron gas line (layout, measure, run gas machine, install)
• PEX water lines (cut pipe, use fitting expander)
• Must own your own basic plumbing tools and battery operated tools (we supply power tools)
• Able to transport issued tools from job site to job site including ladder
• Experience in Residential plumbing installation
• Operate threading machine
• Operate a drill and Sawzall
• Lift and carry over 80lbs at a time
• Knowledge of local codes for installation is a plus
• Lean Principles including 5S
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and Management.
Behavioral Responsibilities of the Job
• Self-motivated, organized with a can-do attitude
• Desire to learn and master all aspects of installing Plumbing systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a changing team
• Committed to creating and participating in a positive workplace culture
• Capable of providing excellent internal and external customer interactions
• Desire to work with hands and to be outside
• Committed to arriving on time and ready to work
• Committed to follow safety procedures
• Appropriate time taken for rest and meal breaks
• Use of personal cell phones for emergency or while on rest and meal breaks only
• Ability to look for continuous improvement ideas
Leadership Responsibilities
• Self-leadership capabilities – the ability to lead yourself to meet your goals and those of the company
• Ability to lead from within the team and to offer assistance and guidance to other team members
• Lead in the development of your own career with the assistance of the Skills Matrix and Dozuki Standard Work App
Training/Certification
• Prior construction or plumbing experience a plus
• PEX Certification preferred
Education
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Graduate of Apprenticeship Program is required for Journeyman
Working conditions and management style:
• Subject to adverse weather conditions – extreme heat and cold
• Job sites can be loud, dusty,
• Level of supervision to be expected
• May be working in elevated areas (up to 3 stories)
• Climbing, stooping, bending, crawling
Performance Standards:
• Percentage of time spent in field, traveling, in meetings, etc. (varies)
• Installers and Tradesman use a Field Skills Matrix to meet job goals and expectations – review with supervisor
• All Villara employees are expected to work well with other team members, sub-contractors, and customers
• Meeting deadlines as outlined by supervisor (bid times)
• Showing up every day and on-time
• Taking appropriate time for rest and meal breaks
• No personal phone calls unless emergency
• Complete timecards daily
• Meeting Lean requirements
Regional Requirements associated with the job:
N/A
What position is the next level up?
Journeyman
What are the additional skills that are required to promote into the next level-up position?
• At least 4-5 years of plumbing production install experience for Journeyman
• Organizational and leadership skills
• Strong communication skills; ability to communicate with superintendents
How many of these additional skills are required in order to promote?
75% of the skills noted above are required. The other 25% will be taught on the job by the Field Supervisor.