What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumber position at Kenton County Airport Board?
CLASS SUMMARY
Responsible for skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of airport plumbing systems that provide clean water and control the disposal of human waste. Other duties may include operating heavy equipment, data entry, facilities on-call responsibilities, as well as supporting other needs of the Airport as assigned. This position assists with snow removal operations on varying shifts, based on operational needs.
- Installs, maintains and repairs plumbing fixtures in restrooms, water lines, sewer lines and water fountains
- Ensures the airport is in compliance with current plumbing codes
- Performs servicing and testing of plumbing equipment
- Checks and repairs faucets and the working order of restrooms and plumbing fixtures
- Performs water main and fire hydrant repair
- Performs water meter reading and repair
- Complete work orders and record time/material utilized
- Performs on-call duties, specific position assignments will vary based on department needs
- Assist with contractors to meet Airport standards and developing improvements to facilities equipment.
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Minimum Education: HSD/GED
Minimum Years of Direct Experience: 5 years plumbing experience, or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
Required
- Valid Driver’s License
- Commercial Driver’s License – Class A or B (or the ability to acquire a Class B within 6 months of the hire date)
- Kentucky Journeyman License
- Cross Connection and Control Testers license
- Security Identification Display Area Clearance (SIDA)
Additional Security Levels Required (Customs or Police Department) - Yes
Airfield Driving
This position requires driving on the airfield and airfield ramps.
- Installing, repairing, and maintaining commercial-grade plumbing systems, including high-capacity water lines, sewage systems, and pumps.
- Troubleshooting issues with water, steam, and gas piping systems commonly found in large-scale facilities.
- Familiarity with building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards, especially those unique to airports.
- Preventive Maintenance: Proficiency in maintaining plumbing infrastructure to prevent system failures and ensure reliability.
- Blueprint and Plan Interpretation: Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and plumbing system diagrams.
- Communication and Coordination: Effective communication to coordinate with other trades, document work, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-security environment.
- Kentucky State Plumbing Code.
- Testing and repair of cross connection devises.
- Wide variety of hand and power tools.
- Test and repair of water meters.
- OSHA Standards, Airfield and FAA Regulations.
- Use of a variety of computer-based technologies including word processing, and spreadsheets.
- Establishing and maintaining effective, fair, cooperative, collaborative and respectful relationships with internal and external colleagues, peers, work teams and workgroups.
Why Join Us? BENEFITS: (Full Time Positions)
- 100% Employer Paid Health & Wellness Center
- Comprehensive Insurance Options: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, including a $0 premium medical plan option and no spousal surcharge
- CVG CARES: $2,500 employer paid childcare subsidy
- Health Savings Account & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement Plans: Employer and employee contributions to KY Public Pension Authority retirement plan
- KY Deferred Comp Plans: 401(k) and 457 options
- Generous Paid Time Off: Including 10 holidays a year
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Wellness Program: Earn financial incentives and paid time off
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Programs
- Performance Reward Program (potential to earn up to $2100.00 annually)
- Onsite Fitness Facilities
Don’t meet every requirement? If you are excited to make a positive impact for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for CVG Airport, whether it be this role or another.
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