Plumber
Expected Pay Rate: $40 - $55 per hour
A Veteran owned full-service national security operation, Deployed Global Solutions, LLC (DGS) delivers low visibility, intelligent, agile, resilient, and secure turnkey mission solutions that are tailored to meet the global needs of our customers. Founded more than 30 years ago, TriTech Applied Sciences, Inc. (TriTech) is a wholly owned subsidiary of DGS and a leader in providing comprehensive secure and mission critical facilities solutions, including construction, maintenance, and testing of specialized government and commercial facilities. At DGS, we are one team, working together to develop mission solutions – anywhere, anytime.
The Plumber will install, maintain, and repair plumbing systems in buildings and modular units as part of larger federal and commercial construction projects around the world. The Plumber will read and interpret blueprints, install pipes, fixtures, and water supply/drainage systems, and troubleshoot malfunctions to ensure safety, efficiency, and code compliance. The Plumber will deliver high-quality, reliable work on numerous types of plumbing systems, as well as work by exception in support of other trades, to achieve overall project timelines and standards.
Duties and Responsibilities / Essential Functions
- Interpret project layouts and collaborate with supervisors and project managers using blueprints, technical drawings, and written specifications.
- Assess work areas for potential hazards, structural damage, or other issues that may impact the integrity or performance of the piping system.
- Accurately measure and mark locations for pipe installations, connections, openings, and fixtures.
- Install plumbing systems in line with project specifications, in coordination with other trades, in line with construction schedules and budgets.
- Inspect, maintain, and repair piping systems connected to radiators, HVAC units, and other mechanical systems.
- Assemble pipe sections, tubing, and fittings using appropriate materials and techniques, including couplings, clamps, bolts, cement, plastic solvents, caulking, and methods like soldering, brazing, and welding.
- Secure piping to walls, ceilings, and fixtures using clamps, brackets, or specialized welding and support equipment.
- Install various types of insulation including fiberglass, neoprene, rubber, etc., on pipe systems.
- Conduct pressure tests to identify leaks or weaknesses in the system.
- Perform thorough diagnostics and troubleshooting to identify system malfunctions and carry out repairs or replacements as needed.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Skills and Specification
- Proven experience as a plumber in the industrial or commercial construction industry.
- Strong understanding of plumbing systems, tools, and installation techniques.
- Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints and drawings.
- Skilled in using soldering, brazing, and welding equipment.
- Familiarity with relevant construction safety regulations and building codes.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with PVC, CPVC, PEX, cast iron, and copper plumbing supplies.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to take direction and work well with a team.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not require the supervision of direct reports.
Work Environment
This job operates in construction environments, inside and outside, in all weather conditions, and in professional offices. The employee must routinely use tools of the construction trades and standard office equipment.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to twist, turn, bend, lift, kneel, climb, and stand. Occasional lifting up to 75 lbs. may occur.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position that requires a mixture of travel within the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) to work at construction sites, to include austere and hostile areas, and to work in the southeastern Pennsylvania area. When the employee is not deployed to a construction project, they will report as necessary to a company facility to perform pre-construction tasks. Typical hours are 40+ hours per week. The ability to travel and work flexible hours (including nights, weekends, and holidays) is required.
Travel
Up to 75% required. The ability to travel to job sites on short notice and be away for extended periods of time based on contract needs is required.
Required Education and Experience
- 10+ years of proven experience as a plumber/pipefitter, with experience in industrial and/or commercial plumbing.
- Experience in industrial and/or commercial construction.
- Experience supporting federal government customers while working in a construction environment is preferred.
Work Authorization / Security Clearance
- Must have and maintain a Top Secret federal security clearance with eligibility for SCI.
- Must be authorized to work in the US.
- Must be able to travel within CONUS and OCONUS.
- Must be able to pass federal contract OCONUS deployment requirements published by the US Government from time to time.
- Must successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) background check.
- Must successfully pass pre-employment (post offer) drug test and motor vehicle record review.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
AAP / EEO Statement
TriTech Applied Science, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics ), genetic information, age, marital status, civil union status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, denial of family and medical care leave, arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state or local law.
This policy applies to all terms of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment.
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this job may change without notice.