REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Install maintain and repair potable water systems; install faucets flush valves electronic touch-free fixtures drinking fountains pipes valves pumps and mixing valves. Dig trenches measure cut bend thread fuse and join tubing and pipes using industry standard methods such as brazing soldering and pressing pipes.
Install repair and test backflow prevention devices. Consult with city and county officials on backflow prevention and correction or elimination of hazards; ensure compliance with appropriate county health and other codes.
Install maintain and repair wastewater systems; install toilets strainers traps cleanouts interceptors indirect and direct waste and pipe; troubleshoot and perform repairs to sewer lines including clearing debris and replacing missing or damaged covers and valve boxes.
Install maintain and repair natural gas systems; install valves pipe lab gas turrets flex lines; inspect and repair worn out or loose fixtures and potential gas leaks; prefabricate flanged and welded pipes; replace gas lines as required.
Install maintain and repair equipment; install boilers ISIMET gas controllers water heatersand pressure washers.
Install maintain and repair hot water supply systems; install a variety of fixtures used to provide hot potable water including water heaters boilers pumps pipe valves clocks and relays; inspect and repair leaks obstructions and general system failures.
Troubleshoot and repair complex electronic and electrical circuitry relating to boilers tank-less water heaters touch-free plumbing fixtures and ISIMET utility controllers; utilize schematics ladder diagrams digital volt meters slack tubes manometers and soldering stations; resolve system failures and issues.
Repair and maintain fire sprinkler systems; repair leaks in pipes fittings valves post indicator valves controls risers back-flows hydrants outside stem and outside screw and yolk valves and heads; perform routine inspections as required by the local fire department and make necessary repairs.
Perform a variety of technical work pertaining to the installation of irrigation systems; assist the irrigation technicians with questions regarding proper tie-ins to the potable water supply systems; assist with troubleshooting of problems of these systems and repairs as needed.
Install maintain and repair storm drain systems; install pipe fitting basins and covers; inspect for debris blocking the normal flow path into the system; test trouble areas to assure proper drainage during the winter months; clear blockages in the drain lines and replace damaged components.
Provide technical assistance to outside contractors; provide contractors with specifications plans and site locations related to specific projects.
Assist other maintenance personnel performing unskilled and semi-skilled duties in other maintenance tasks; provide technical information as required.
Communicate with other departments and staff regarding plumbing activities and problems; confer with outside agencies concerning certifying of equipment or devices and concerns related to the water supply; respond to systems related emergency calls as necessary.
Operate and maintain a variety of specialized power and hand tools heavy equipment and plumbing equipment; drive a vehicle to conduct work.
Maintain a variety of records and prepare reports related to assigned activities.
Coordinate and provide work direction to assigned helpers.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Methods materials and equipment used in plumbing installation alteration and repair work.
Troubleshooting current electronic or electrical circuitry relating to plumbing activities.
Standard practices of the plumbing trade.
Plumbing ordinances and regulations contained in applicable building codes.
Hand and machine tools used in the plumbing trade.
Appropriate safety procedures.
Technical aspects of field of specialty.
Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.
Recordkeeping and report preparation techniques.
Health and safety regulations.
Maintenance and repair of irrigation systems.
ABILITY TO:
Perform skilled plumbing installations repair and maintenance work.
Operate plumbing tools and equipment skillfully.
Plan and lay out plumbing work.
Inspect plumbing systems for maintenance and repair needs.
Test systems and resolve issues.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Direct the work of helpers.
Work from sketches diagrams blueprints plans and specifications.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor and outdoor environment.
Adverse weather conditions.
Emergency call-out.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate plumbing equipment.
Seeing to inspect systems and read a variety of materials.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
Bending at the waist stooping kneeling or crouching.
Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally.
Climbing ladders and working from heights.
Lifting carrying pushing and pulling heavy objects.
Standing for extended periods of time.
Digging.
Heavy physical labor.
HAZARDS:
Chemical fumes.
Exposure to toxic gases and other poisonous substances.
Working in a cramped or restrictive work chamber.
Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
Working on ladders and at heights.
Potential exposure to blood borne pathogens.
Personnel Commission May 2025
Ewing Consulting Inc. August 2016
Maintenance Plumber #94-25
