What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Plumber (IDIQ) position at NIKA?
NIKA is hiring for a Temporary Plumber (IDIQ) to support the Mission Support Client in Kodiak, AK. This role will sit fully onsite and is expected to last May 2026 - September 2026.
Named a Top Workplace by the Washington Post, NIKA is a well-established company that is focused on growth within an entrepreneurial environment. We work with governments to operate and manage their real property. Our operations management, engineering, and project management services provide our customers with value and expertise to ensure operational readiness for complex and mission-critical facilities. NIKA benefits include PTO, holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k matching, and an understanding of work/life balance.
Job Description:
- Repair and maintain plumbing
- Replace washers in leaky faucets, mend burst pipes, and open clogged drains using specialized equipment
- Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipe composed of metal, pvc, fiberglass and vitrified clay
- Join pipe by use of bolted flanges, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulk joints
- May bend pipe to required angle using pipe-bending tool
- Fills pipe system with water or air and read pressure gauge to determine if system is leaking
- Install and repair plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required:
- Licensed Journeyman Plumber
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in plumbing
- High school education or GED preferred
- They shall be trained and certified on the equipment and software on which they are working from an industry-recognized trainer.
- Valid Alaska driver’s license
- Must remain in good stand with the local Teamster 959 Union
NIKA provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, NIKA takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.