JOURNEYMAN PLUMBER POSITION SUMMARY The Journeyman Plumber at Columbia River Plumbing & Construction will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems with minimal supervision. This is a hands-on role designed for a growth-minded and driven professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality, code-compliant work. You’ll collaborate with your team, mentor apprentices, and contribute to meaningful projects that align with our mission and values. ABOUT THE COMPANY At Columbia River Plumbing& Construction LLC, we are committed to empowering General Contractors, Builders, & Developers with purposeful, precision-crafted plumbing-installed accurately so every project moves forward with total peace of mind. Our mission is to exceed expectations with expert, reliable, & purposeful plumbing & construction services – while our Team achieves their personal, professional, and financial goals! Our core values – Customer Satisfaction, Reliability, & Profitability with Purpose – are the backbone of our company culture, decision-making, and hiring process. They guide how we lead, serve, and grow together! Come grow with us! CORE VALUES C – Customer/Client Satisfaction: Prioritize customer needs and exceed their expectations by providing exceptional service and tailored solutions. R – Reliability: Be dependable and timely, ensuring clients and team members can always count on the company to deliver as promised. P – Profitability with Purpose: We aim to maximize profits responsibly, ensuring the financial success of our business so that we can provide security and support for our families while reinvesting in our company’s growth. C – Communication & Collaboration: We communicate clearly, listen actively, and work together across roles and departments. Aligned teams perform better, solve problems faster, and deliver outstanding results. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE · Taking ownership of your work and treating the company like your own. · Completing assigned tasks on schedule · Ensuring compliance with plumbing codes and · Achieving client satisfaction on completed tasks · Submitting daily reports to maintain documentation compliance · Training and mentoring apprentices to meet development goals · Maintaining a clean and safe work environment · Demonstrating professionalism, teamwork, and leadership on-site OBJECTIVES · Execute Code-Compliant Work: Perform plumbing installations, service, and repairs aligned with state/local plumbing codes and CRPC standards. · Collaborate for Productivity: Work in sync with foremen, apprentices, and other trades to resolve field challenges and complete quality work efficiently. · Mentor and Monitor Apprentices: Teach techniques, assign hands-on tasks, and provide regular feedback to support apprentice growth and safety. · Ensure Documentation & Reporting: Submit daily updates, track hours/materials used, and maintain redlines and as-builts as needed. · Lead Material Planning: Coordinate material orders at least once weekly and communicate change needs with field leads or purchasing. · Represent Company Standards: Uphold company values on jobsites by demonstrating professionalism, being coachable, and contributing to team morale. COMPETENCIES License & Experience: · Valid WA State Journeyman Plumber License (PL01 preferred) · 4–6+ years of experience in commercial/multifamily plumbing Code & Blueprint: · Deep knowledge of UPC and WAC codes · Able to interpret plumbing prints and specs without oversight Problem-Solving & Adaptability: · Resourceful in field adjustments, troubleshooting, and sequencing · Maintains calm and professional demeanor under pressure Leadership & Accountability: · Leads by example, supports apprentice learning, and manages own time well · Communicates clearly with PMs, site supers, and vendors Commitment to Growth: · Embraces new tech, build methods, and internal processes · Open to feedback and future leadership pathways (e.g., Foreman, Site . EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE · Licensed WA State Journeyman Plumber PL01 or PL02 required Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40.00 - $97.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) 3% Match • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Compensation Package: • Bonus opportunities • Performance bonus Schedule: • 10 hour shift Ability to Commute: • Kennewick, WA 99336 (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Kennewick, WA 99336: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: • 25% (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Overview Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Tri Cities, WA. Most positions are first shift with a pay range of $40-50/hr based on experience & skill level. If you are a Plumber and want to work alongside other proven Craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior workmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job Scope: • Commercial & Residential Service, Maintenance & Installs • Rough Ins • Running PVC, CPVC & Pex • Plumbing Overhead Mains • Removing Old Pipe & Running New Requirements: • * Plumbing Experience • Basic Hand Tools for the Trade • Wear Proper PPE Qualifications Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: • Vacation Pay • Health insurance • 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan • Incentive programs • Tool purchase programs & MORE! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website.
See More Details >>The Journeyman Service Plumber will be responsible for the following tasks including but not limited to: • Ability to work in diverse conditions including but not limited to mechanical equipment rooms with exposure to noisy operating equipment, exposure to extreme weather conditions on rooftops, outside of buildings, and residences, crawlspaces, attics, and other types of confined spaces. • Perform physical work that requires the regular use of fingers, hands, walking, stooping, and kneeling. Regularly lift or move up to 10lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 50lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50lbs. • Work from either a step ladder, extension ladder, or man lift. • Demonstrate a willingness to continue education through available company and industry training. • Ability to execute all job duties and responsibilities of the Journeyman Plumber. • Supervision and company oversight of State of Washington Plumbing License requirements for Journeyman and Apprentice plumbers and Mechanical Pipefitters. • Supervision, code oversight, planning, and lay out for the installation of equipment and piping systems for Plumbing, Mechanical, and HVAC, systems. • Demonstrates the ability to read and interpret mechanical and plumbing drawings/blueprints, schematics, plumbing and mechanical code specifications for commercial mechanical and plumbing equipment and distribution piping installations. • Per code requirement, can successfully demonstrate performing the math calculations necessary to properly size mechanical and plumbing piping. • Demonstrates an excellent working knowledge of mechanical piping theory, hot water, chilled water, and drain piping systems. • Successfully supervise installation, repair, or replacement of hot water, chilled water, drain distribution systems, and piping circuits including mechanical equipment, plumbing equipment, HVAC equipment, piping types, piping materials, fitting types, valve types, and testing equipment for commercial installations. • Correcting piping, connections, and terminations on equipment as required. Troubleshoot and test equipment, parts, piping, and fittings for leaks, restrictions, and proper flow. • Desire and ability to learn how to use and interpret Plumbing, Mechanical, and HVAC diagnostic and service equipment. • Work flexible hours and some overtime on occasion. • Other duties as assigned Skills and Qualifications • Good knowledge of plumbing and mechanical code is required. • Communicate clearly with department managers, employees, and company customers. • Advanced customer service skills • Effective leader with superb communications skills • Ability to multi-task in a faced-paced environment. • Organized and detail-oriented. Education, Experience, and Certifications • High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) • Driver’s License • Journeyman Plumber License • Back Flow Licenses • Commercial Plumber Service Experience • Experience in Mechanical Hydronic Systems (Recommended) All employees are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Affirmative Action/EEO Statement As an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, Apollo Mechanical Contractors “Apollo” ensures that no applicant for employment or employee of Apollo is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability (mental or physical), genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic any characteristic of his or her relatives, friends, or associates. Wage: $40-$60 / hour
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in plumbing in Kennewick, WA, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the region last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 635,000 plumbers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550, equivalent to $1,183 per week. In Kennewick, WA, plumbers earn an average of $1,200 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $1,300 weekly. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
