Maintenance - Plumber

Maintenance - Plumber

Purpose Statement

The job of Maintenance - Plumber is done for the purpose/s of providing plumbing services with specific

responsibility for identifying repair and/or replacement needs; installing, repairing, and/or upgrading plumbing

systems; ensuring compliance with accessibility, health and safety codes; ensuring completion of projects in

accordance with trade standards; providing information on the proper uses of equipment; assisting other skilled

trades; and ensuring that tools and materials are available at job site.

Essential Functions

• Analyzes blueprints, schematics, and drawings of plumbing systems for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.
• Coordinates with assigned lead and/or supervisor and other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.
• Diagnoses the cause of problems and/or failures in plumbing/backflow systems for the purpose of identifying repair and/or replacement needs.
• Estimate materials and/or equipment needed to complete work projects for the purpose of obtaining materials and assigning tasks to ensure job completion.
• Fabricates equipment parts for the purpose of meeting specialty needs and/or replacing unavailable parts.
• Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with building and safety regulations.
• Installs plumbing systems and fixtures (e.g., hot water heaters, valves, sinks, drainage systems, etc.) for the purpose of providing enhanced and/or upgraded capabilities.
• Maintains vehicles, tools, and equipment (e.g., sewer machines, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition.
• Monitors buildings and facilities for the purpose of evaluating condition, identifying necessary repairs and recommending preventive maintenance.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Performs preventative service, maintenance, and inspections on a variety of plumbing equipment (e.g. backflow testing, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining plumbing system in a safe operating condition and meeting mandated requirements.
• Prepares written materials (e.g. repair status, backflow test logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information.
• Repairs a variety of items, systems and/or components (e.g. gas lines, classroom sinks, grease traps, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a safe working condition.
• Requests for equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items required to complete the necessary installation and/or repair.
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of opening clogged sewers and drains and resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Transports a variety of tools, equipment, and supplies for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at the job site.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the

work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read

technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to

define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the

functions of the job include: methods, techniques, materials, tools used in plumbing installation, maintenance, and

repair; water and ventilation systems; and safety practices and procedures.

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet

changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job

include: operating equipment used in plumbing; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining

accurate records; and adhering to safety practices.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a

number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances;

work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and utilize equipment under a variety of conditions for

multiple purposes. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and

utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action

plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving

with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the

functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; and working

with frequent interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods;

leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other

work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s

services.

Work Environment 

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:

significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling,

crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 35% walking,

45% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to

risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience: Job related experience within specialized field is required.

Education: Targeted job related education that meets organization’s prerequisite requirements.

Required Testing Certificates and Licenses

None Specified Backflow Prevention

Continuing Educ./Training Clearances

None Specified Criminal Background Clearance

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FLSA Status Approval Date Pay Grade

Non Exempt