Cleared Plumber- OCONUS

Cleared Plumber- OCONUS


Company
American International Contractors
Location
Doha
Job Type
Internship
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via BeBee

Job Description
Overview American International Contractors (Special Projects), Inc. (AICI-SP) has established itself as one of the leading construction firms in the Department of State, Overseas Building Operations (OBO) program and Department of Defense (DOD). We continue to win important contracts and projects throughout this program and others.

We are actively searching for Plumbers to work on an OBO Embassy project in Doha, Qatar. Plumbers must possess an active SECRET clearance, a valid passport, and the ability to obtain appropriate work visas and other required documentation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Install plumbing fixtures
• Rough in piping for domestic water, chilled water, and sanitary piping
• Install fire sprinkler piping, valves and associated components
• Install various types of pipe insulation and jacketing
• Cut and thread all types of pipe from 1/2” to 8”
• Solder copper pipe and fittings
• Test piping systems using a Hydro Static test pump
• Keep work area and material staging areas clean and orderly
• Inventory mechanical material in the warehouse
• Generate material take-offs
• Adhere to safety requirements and Think Safety First
• Ability to generate as-built drawings for changed field conditions
• Assist with other assigned duties as required within skill set, even if outside of trade
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• 5 years of commercial plumbing experience
• 2+ years construction industry experience on overseas projects
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications
• Knowledge of the International Plumbing Codes and International Building Codes
• Basic understanding of construction principles and procedures
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Thorough knowledge of the safe and effective use of hand tools and power tools to perform assigned duties
• Flexibility in working overseas
• Understanding and adherence to local laws and customs in host country
• Following all Government site security requirements to maintain eligibility to work on project site
• Ability to take direction and work well with others, including meeting attendance requirements necessary to keep job on schedule and adherence to safety protocols

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS The demands described here are not exhaustive but are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions in accordance with applicable law, provided that the individual does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of the employee or others when performing such essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grasp and reach overhead, including manual dexterity to perform assigned duties. The employee must have the ability to regularly and for extended periods of time stoop, squat, stand, walk, twist, balance, climb (ladder and stairs of high-rise building), kneel, crouch, speak, carry, and hear. The employee may be required to work from a ladder, scaffold or elevated work platform.

There is a minimal demand for sitting, other than during periods of extended travel. The employee must have the ability to regularly lift, carry, push or pull and move objects weighing up to approximately 50 pounds. The employee may also need to occasionally life, carry, push or pull and move objects exceeding 50 pounds without assistance.

May involve frequent repetitive motions. The job imposes a substantial demand for physical agility and mobility, including the ability to balance, ambulate and maneuver safely over rough and uneven terrain throughout the work site. This position will require the use of personal protective equipment during various tasks and activities.

The minimum Personal Protective Equipment required on the Project Site include hardhat, safety glasses and steel-toed safety shoes. The employee must be able to hear warning sounds and alarms, communicate effectively with coworkers and follow written and spoken instructions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands: The position requires a high degree of concentration in a busy environment. There is a substantial demand for analyzing, perceiving, comprehending, rapid decision making and exercising sound judgment to ensure individual and coworker safety in a potentially dangerous environment. Ability to fol

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Q What is the minimum wage for Plumber Jobs in Qatar in 2026 including overtime?
As per the Ministry of Labour, the minimum wage for plumbers in Qatar is 1,000 QAR per month as of 2026 plus 300 QAR food allowance and 500 QAR accommodation allowance if not provided by employer. Overtime after 8 hours daily must be paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate with a maximum of 10 overtime hours per week.
Q What work permit and visa documents are required for foreign plumbers applying to jobs in Qatar?
As per the Ministry of Labour, foreign plumbers need a valid work visa sponsored by the Qatari employer, a medical fitness certificate from an approved center, and a police clearance certificate issued within the last 6 months. The employer must obtain the work permit approval through the MOL online system before arrival.
Q What experience and education are required to qualify for plumber jobs in Qatar?
As per the Ministry of Labour, plumbers must have at least 2 years of documented experience in plumbing installation and maintenance plus a secondary school certificate or vocational training certificate in plumbing. No Qatari-specific plumbing license is mandated for general roles but trade tests may be required by employers.
Q What documents must be submitted when applying for plumber jobs in Qatar?
As per the Ministry of Labour, applicants must submit a passport valid for at least 6 months, attested educational and experience certificates, a recent passport-size photo, and a completed MOL employment contract form. All non-Arabic documents require official translation and attestation from the Qatari embassy.
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