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Journeyman Plumber - New Construction

TDIndustries
United States, Texas, San Antonio
12700 O'Connor Road (Show on map)
Mar 27, 2026
Job Summary The Journeyman Plumber is responsible for installing, assembling, and repairing plumbing systems in commercial and industrial construction environments. This role works under the direction of a Leadman, Foreman, or Supervisor to complete layout, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of plumbing systems in accordance with plans, specifications, building codes, and safety standards. Systems may include domestic water, gas, sanitary waste & vent, storm drainage, and process piping. Essential Duties Interpret and work from specifications, submittals, shop drawings, and building plans to determine material needs, installation sequences, and required tools. Install, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, tubs, urinals, water heaters, and water softeners. Lay out pipe routes, mark locations, and prepare penetrations using rulers, levels, lasers, and related tools. Cut openings in walls, floors, and ceilings to accommodate pipe and fittings. Install sleeves, leaveouts, roof penetrations, and wall penetrations. Excavate, backfill, and compact trenches using shovels, picks, and tampers. Cut, ream, solder, braze, solvent weld, groove, and thread piping systems (copper, steel, PVC, CPVC, etc.). Assemble and install valves, fittings, and piping made of various materials (steel, copper, brass, plastics, etc.). Join pipe using mechanical, soldered, brazed, fused, and threaded methods. Perform system testing (water, air, hydrostatic) and inspect gauges for leaks or performance issues. Maintain a clean, safe work environment and adhere to all company safety expectations-including proper PPE use, 6S principles, and PreTask Safety Planning. Provide guidance to apprentices and less experienced team members as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED. Licenses / Certifications Valid Texas Journeyman Plumber License (required). Experience 4+ years of plumbing experience in commercial or industrial construction. Experience operating lifts and equipment such as scissor lifts, aerial lifts, and forklifts (preferred). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong understanding of plumbing codes, installation methods, and trade best practices. Ability to interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, and construction plans. Proficient in safe use of hand tools, power tools, and pipejoining equipment. Ability to work independently with limited supervision while supporting team productivity. Strong problemsolving skills with the ability to resolve atypical or complex issues. Effective communication skills with the ability to support and mentor apprentices. Working Conditions Work performed on active construction job sites, indoors and outdoors. Exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, fumes, oils, and site hazards. Must be able to wear appropriate respiratory and safety equipment and comply with all safety requirements. Grow Your Career with TDIndustries Founded in 1946, TDIndustries is a premier, employee-owned Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) company delivering full-lifecycle building solutions-from design and construction to service and facilities maintenance. We power critical environments like hospitals, schools, data centers, stadiums, and commercial buildings across Texas and the Southwest. Our Partners (employees) are the core of our success. As an employee-owned company, you have a voice, a stake, and a clear path to grow. Recognized by FORTUNE Magazine as a "100 Best Company to Work For," we invest in top training, career development, and a culture built on trust and servant leadership. Join a growing team where your skills matter, and your future is built to last. At TDIndustries, we believe opportunity should be built - and shared - by all. Whether you work with tools or technology, in the field or the office, we hire and grow people based on skill, potential, and integrity - never labels. We value the diverse paths that bring people to our team and welcome Partners of all backgrounds, including differences in race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, military service, and more. What matters most is how we work together to build excellence.