The Plumbing Shop Fabricator plays a crucial role behind the scenes, turning plans into reality by crafting high-quality assemblies that keep field installations moving efficiently. From reading blueprints and cutting pipe to assembling systems and preparing deliveries, this role requires precision, a strong mechanical mindset, and a commitment to craftsmanship.
Working in a fast-paced, team-driven shop environment, you’ll support large-scale projects by ensuring all prefabricated components meet code, fit specifications, and are delivered on time. Your attention to detail and ability to produce clean, accurate work directly impacts jobsite productivity and project success.
Plumbing Fabricators are valued for their technical skill, reliability, and pride in workmanship. Their contributions streamline field labor, reduce waste, and ensure systems are built to last making them a key part of every successful mechanical build.
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 duties for Plumbing 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.
- Shift: Monday - Friday: 5:00 am - 3:30 pm
Qualifications
- High school degree or GED preferred or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
- 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
- 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
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.
