Water Operations Plumber

Job Title: PlumberDepartment: Water Operations Shift: Wednesday through Sunday 11:30 am 8:00 pmUnion: Pittsburgh Joint Collective Bargaining Committee (PJCBC)Rate: $37.794FLSA Status: Non-ExemptThe Plumber repairs replaces and maintains all forms of piping valves controls and plumbing fixtures in new or existing Authority structures related to the Authoritys water treatment plants eleven pump stations and thirteen storage facilities as well as maintaining water waste gas and vent lines restroom facilities; drinking fountains fire lines chemical lines according to the rules and regulations of the Allegheny County Plumbing Repair and replace water lines and gas lines damaged by the Authority. Remove and install water meters at private customer locations in accordance with established Authority policies and procedures. Provide temporary water service to city property owners when normal water service is interrupted. Respond on a 24-hour basis to emergencies involving problems with gas water compressed air chlorine lines sewer waste and water supply emergencies. Maintain records and prepare accurate reports as requested or required. May drill and tap new and existing service connections as requested or required; make field sketches identifying problems encountered as required. Work all three shifts. Perform other related tasks as assigned or SKILLS & ABILITIES Extensive knowledge of the materials tools equipment and procedures of the plumbing trade with competency at the Journeyman level; and of the safety hazards and precautions of the work. Ability to read and use blueprints as well as project plans necessary for job completion; make mathematical computations and the ability to make field sketches identifying problems encountered. Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions. Lift heavy objects walk and stoop for extended periods of time in all-weather environments. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors associates outside agencies and the general / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSThe following requirements list the minimum education/training/experience required to qualify for this job. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted. Applicant must present a current valid Allegheny County Health Department Journeyman Plumbing License at time of application and maintain this license throughout REQUIREMENTSPerformance and/or written examination may be must present a current valid Class C (Class 1) PA Motor Vehicle Operators License at the time of application or prior to appointment. A valid drivers license must be maintained throughout EXERCISED / RECEIVEDNo direct reports / Will receive supervision directly from the Plumbing DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to operate a pickup truck van and related equipment; sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stand walk stoop kneel crouch or crawl on even and uneven surfaces. The employee will perform heavy work including lifting and carrying up to 100 performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to a loud or moderate noise level in the work environment. May perform work outdoors under extreme weather. The employee may be exposed to confined high spaces like erect scaffolding; loud conditions with vibrations traffic mechanical chemical fire and explosive risks; and odors dusts fumes mists poor ventilation and gases which may require a to work all three shifts as well as weekends and holidays. Subject to remain on duty beyond normal hours and/or recalled during emergency situations or other extensive EXAMINATIONEmployment may be contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) physical examination performed by the Authoritys examining TESTINGEmployment may be contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) drug screening. Continued employment may be subject to randomized drug and alcohol testing conducted without advance notice and for reasonable -EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONAbility to successfully pass a thorough investigation consisting of a criminal history check verification of prior employment and performance reference and credentials checks and in some cases credit are subject to a System for Award Management (SAM) or any successor system search as maintained by the General Services Administration (GSA) to ensure compliance with federal procurement and non-procurement : You may be considered for other available positions based on qualifications provided on your employment application. If you have questions regarding your application please contact the Human Resources Department at:Pittsburgh Human Resources Department1200 Penn AvenuePittsburgh PA An Equal Opportunity Employer: Pittsburgh Water is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on any legally protected statuses including but not limited to race color ancestry religion national origin sexual orientation age marital or family status disability gender gender identity or expression pregnancy status or veteran status. Pittsburgh Water is committed to providing candidates with reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities during our recruiting process; if you need assistance please contact us at .