Plumber

Plumber

This position exists to assemble install and repair pipes fitting and fixtures of heating water and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.

Considerable knowledge of plumbing practices in laying out and installing water and other pipe systems and fixtures materials and tools and their suitability for different types of work and of their application. Considerable knowledge of regulations regarding sanitary plumbing system installations. Knowledge of hydraulics as it relates to flow rates pipe sizes and pressures. Ability to install and repair water heaters water coolers pumps and other units. Ability to operate power pipe cutting and threading machines. Ability to work from blueprints and other designs and diagram. Skill in the use of tools of the plumbing trade. Ability to keep daily records and pipe sections tubing and fittings using couplings clamps screws bolts cement plastic solvent caulking or soldering brazing and welding equipment. Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks. Review blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures. Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts. Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs to establish the sequence of pipe installations and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring. Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports. Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs. Locate and mark the position of pipe installations connections passage holes and fixtures in structures using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels. Measure cut thread and bend pipe to required angle using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters pipe-threading machines and pipe-bending machines. Install pipe assemblies fittings valves appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters and fixtures such as sinks and toilets using hand and power tools. Must be able to perform physical tasks as set forth in the Physical Environment section of this document.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Graduation from high school completion of GED or trade school. Must have a valid drivers license appropriate to the vehicles assigned to the trade and be qualified to drive a School Board Vehicle. Must have or obtain an active journeyman license within the first year to continue employment.

Minimumthree (3) years full-time practical experience in commercial and/or industrial plumbing repair work under a licensed plumbing contractor is preferred. Considerable knowledge of the standard practices methods tools and materials of the plumbing trade. Knowledge of local and national plumbing codes. Knowledge of the hazards of the trade and of appropriate precautionary measures. Practical experience in the installation repair and maintenance of a wide variety of plumbing and other pipe systems under supervision of a licensed plumbing contractor. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities set goals and meet deadlines.

Requires standing for the majority of the day and the ability to frequently lift carry move and/or position objects weighing up to 50 pounds. May infrequently require lifting more than 50 pounds with assistance as needed. Requires working both indoors and outdoors. Requires exposure to outdoor elements including weather changes foliage insects. Requires the handling and use of cleaning solvents and solutions. Requires the proper use of personal protective devices and equipment as assigned.

8 - AFSCME - Maintenance - 12-mo. OSP

N/A

AFSCME Cust/Maint/Veh Svcs

Non-Exempt

0457

53

12/13/2005

8/16/2024