Plumber / Pipefitter

Copper River Technologies is seeking an experienced Plumber / Pipefitter to join our team supporting the installation, maintenance, modification, and repair of plumbing and utility systems in Crane, IN. This is a hands-on journeyman-level position working across a variety of facilities and systems, including water, gas, sewage, and other utility services.

If you’re comfortable working independently, reading plans, diagnosing problems, and getting the job done safely and correctly, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Install, modify, maintain, and repair water, gas, sewage, and utility systems.
• Install and repair plumbing fixtures and equipment, including toilets, tubs, showers, water heaters, valves, traps, and unions.
• Read and interpret blueprints, building plans, work orders, and sketches.
• Plan and lay out piping routes, openings, slopes, elevations, and equipment locations.
• Locate and tap mainlines and install piping, hangers, valves, fittings, and related components.
• Troubleshoot and repair leaks, blockages, and other plumbing system issues.
• Estimate labor, materials, and equipment needed to complete service work.
• Select the appropriate tools, materials, and techniques to safely and efficiently complete assigned work.
• Use plumbing tools and equipment such as augers, hydrostatic pumps, gauges, plumb bobs, dividers, and other trade equipment.
• Complete work with minimal supervision while following applicable codes, standards, safety requirements, and established procedures.
• Provide guidance and oversight to trainees or helpers when assigned.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of materials and supplies when operating an assigned service vehicle.
• Support emergency and after-hours response when assigned to an on-call rotation.

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

• Licensure:
  • Valid state driver's license

• Experience:
  • Journeyman-level plumbing/pipefitting experience
  • Experience working with water, gas, sewage, and utility systems

• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Thorough knowledge of plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance methods and techniques
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, schematics, and work orders
  • Ability to independently plan and lay out piping systems and equipment.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to use standard plumbing tools, equipment, and trade mathematics
  • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions regarding materials, tools, and work methods
  • Commitment to safe, professional, and high-quality workmanship

• On-Call & Emergency Support
  • This position may participate in a rotating on-call schedule and may require responding to after-hours emergencies. When assigned to on-call duty, employees must remain available and be able to report to the work site within two hours when required
  • Employees may also be designated as essential personnel and required to report for duty or remain in duty status during emergency situations, including severe weather, natural disasters, or periods of increased security

• Physical & Work Environment
  • This is an active, hands-on trade position. You should be comfortable with:
    • Lifting up to 40 pounds independently
    • Climbing ladders and scaffolding
    • Working on rooftops, in equipment rooms, under buildings, and in confined spaces
    • Standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching
    • Working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
    • Working in hot, cold, noisy, poorly ventilated, or poorly lighted environments
    • Exposure to fumes, dust, dirt, grease, oil, electrical hazards, and other typical construction and maintenance conditions

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

Copper River’s Culture

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! 

Note: Benefits are offered based on employment classification and applicable contract requirements. Eligibility may vary by position.

Disclaimer:

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.