Plumber

Baytown, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Description

What you will do at Harris County Precinct 2:

Under general supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Manager the Plumber is responsible for skilled plumbing work maintenance and repair of department facilities. Installs maintains and repairs pipes and fixtures associated with heating cooling water distribution and sanitation systems in residential and commercial structures. Fixes domestic appliances such as dishwashers and gas cookers. Inspects drainage and other plumbing systems for compliance with local and national regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares coordinates and documents daily work assignments; interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes drainage systems and other plumbing materials.
Installs/repairs pipes and commercial fixtures such as sinks and toilets for water sewage gas steam air hydraulic or other liquids; installs various systems like HVAC water heaters lift stations pumps sump septic systems boilers or compressed air.
Constructs/assembles/repairs fittings and valves for new installations or replacements modifies the length of pipes fixtures and other plumbing materials as needed.
Drives and operates all types of construction equipment as assigned (bucket truck forklift front-end loader bobcat backhoe one-man lift multi-person lift ditching machine mini-excavator sewer equipment camera systems and pipe jet systems).
Collaborates with contractors construction workers electricians pipefitters or steamfitters when installing and repairing plumbing.
Inspects and tests plumbing systems for leaks and other problems.
Constructs new installations; adds to existing installations; and repairs.
Performs any additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned by management or as necessitated by the evolving needs of the organization.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
you need special services or accommodations please call or email .

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
Two (2) years experience in plumbing to repairs and maintenance.

Licensure:

Must have a valid Class C drivers license (Texas by hire date) and maintain a good driving record.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Skilled in all phases of plumbing techniques materials used methods of installation and construction.
Skilled in all phases of plumbing techniques materials used methods of installation and new construction.
Ability to use plumbers tools (saws pipe cutters etc.) as required.
Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to work well with public and other staff members.
Residential and Commercial plumbing service skills and drain cleaning .

NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Completion of a plumbing vocational/technical school or a recognized apprenticeship program is preferred.
Registered as Apprentice Helpers preferred.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

Regular Full-time
Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Hours may vary based on business needs of the department and some weekend evening hours or holidays may be required during special events.

Location:

8103 Wade Road Baytown TX 77521

Reporting Relationships:

Reports To Position: Facilities Maintenance and Construction Manager or as designated
Supervises Positions: None

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Work is on active construction and vertical sites involving pervasive hazards associated with heavy equipment and tool operations; loud and constant noise; and regular exposure to chemicals dust fumes and combustible materials. Required to work outdoors on varied and often unstable terrain involving exposure to varying weather conditions of extreme hot and cold temperatures. Some working conditions require special precautions and the use of protective gear (e.g. hard hats respirator masks gloves etc.). will work on ladders and occasionally on scaffolding rooftops and elevated surfaces.
This is a physically active position which requires exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Duties require standing sitting stretching bending stooping climbing. Will work in cramped and awkward positions with all types of mechanical tools electric plumbing and other equipment.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Position DescriptionWhat you will do at Harris County Precinct 2:Under general supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Manager the Plumber is responsible for skilled plumbing work maintenance and repair of department facilities. Installs maintains and repairs pipes and fixtures associated with hea...