Journeyman - Plumber

RK Mechanical, Inc.
Phoenix, AZ

Description

The Journeyman Plumber is an essential member of our field team, responsible for skilledplumbing work that drives the success of every project. From layout and installation to pressure testing and final inspections, this role ensures plumbing systems meet the highest standards of safety, function, and quality.

Under the guidance of experienced leaders and alongside a reliable crew, you'll have the chance to refine your craft, mentor apprentices, and expand your influence on the job site. Whether you're working toward a foreman role or becoming a trusted technical expert, this position is a meaningful step in your career journey.

Journeyman Plumbers are highly respected for their expertise, consistency, and commitment to craftsmanship. Their work keeps schedules moving, systems running, and clients confident, making them a vital part of every successful build.

Self. Made. at RK

At RK, Self. Made. isn’t a tagline, it’s how work gets done. People here build more than projects; they build capability, confidence, and careers they can be proud of. With so much work designed and fabricated in-house, ideas move quickly from concept to shop floor to job site. Teams collaborate across disciplines, solve real-world challenges, and grow through hands-on work that truly matters.

RK Company Overview

RK Industries is a second-generation family-owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. With seven specialized business units working together, we deliver construction, fabrication, manufacturing, and building services with a focus on safety, quality, and craftsmanship.

People join RK for the craftsmanship, complexity, and the ability to make a real impact. Our in-house capabilities mean employees see their ideas become real solutions, creating meaningful collaboration and clear visibility into how work gets built. Growth happens through challenging projects, mentorship from experienced builders, and opportunities that stretch your skill set.

With RK University, accredited apprenticeships, competitive benefits, and deep community investment, RK offers the stability of a family-owned company with the opportunity and momentum of an industry leader.


Position Summary

Performs the full range of Journeyman or Master Journeyman level duties for Plumbing, Piping, Sheet Metal, Electrical, Ironworking, and Welding in the construction, finishing, repair, etc. of buildings.

Role Responsibilities

  • Perform trade-specific tasks on a construction site.
  • Oversee the productivity of crew.
  • Ensure schedules and deadlines are met.
  • Perform some layout activities.
  • Perform some material takeoffs as necessary.
  • Trade-related material, tool, and equipment requisitions.
  • Perform planned maintenance tasks as assigned.
  • Perform equipment start-up with associated documentation.
  • Perform quality control inspections.
  • Technical troubleshooting and diagnostics when needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school degree or GED preferred or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
  • Journeyman or Master License required.
  • Good physical condition and ability to stand for extended periods of time.
  • Good dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
  • Aptitude for technical problem-solving.
  • Familiarity with building codes and current laws/regulations.
  • Ability to maintain clean and orderly tools/work area.
  • Good communication skills both verbal and written.
  • Expert knowledge of trade tools, equipment, and materials.
  • Keen eye for detail.

Minimum Physical Requirements and Accountability

  • Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.
  • Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations.
  • Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch.
  • Work in all types of weather.
  • Ability to lift, move, and/or carry 50 lbs.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental

Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition

Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards

Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation

Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law

Posted 2026-02-06

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