JOB SUMMARY: This position isresponsible for installing, repairing and maintaining pipes, valves, fixtures, drainage systems and other plumbing used for water distribution, wastewater disposal, steam distribution, and medical gas distribution. The Maintenance Plumber (the Plumber) performs scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance, inspections, and site surveys, and responds to, diagnoses and resolves plumbing emergencies. The Plumber is skilled in the use of hand and power tools used in the plumbing trade and completes light construction work as required. This position requires knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and safety practices. This position requires the ability to read and follow blueprints, rough drawings, building plans and repair manuals. The Plumber requires familiarity with PVC, CPVC, PEX, cast iron, and copper.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: Knowledge and minimum of 5 years of experience in plumbing required.

EDUCATION: High school diploma, GED or HiSET equivalent required.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY: Medical Gas Certification preferred. Valid and active license issued by the Montana Board of Plumbers required.

Aptitudes: Demonstrated ability to effectively and creatively solve problems without immediate supervision and at times unassisted. Demonstrated ability to plan and use time wisely and to effectively manage multiple projects with multiple timelines. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate. Demonstrated ability to enter data accurately using a computer. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and assertively with a group of customers to meet identified needs and to cooperatively resolve issues and implement solutions. Demonstrated ability to effectively troubleshoot equipment problems and perform repairs or recommend solutions to solve the problem. Demonstrated ability to follow instructions.

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