What you will do at Harris County Precinct 2

Under general supervision of the Construction Superintendent, the Plumber is responsible for skilled plumbing work, maintenance, and repair of department facilities. Installs, maintains, and repairs pipes and fixtures associated with heating, cooling, water distribution, and sanitation systems in residential and commercial structures. Fixes domestic appliances, such as dishwashers and gas cookers. Inspects drainage and other plumbing systems for compliance with local and national regulations. Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares, coordinates, documents daily work assignments; Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials
• Installs/repairs pipes and commercial fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, sewage, gas, steam, air, hydraulic or other liquids; installs various systems like: HVAC, water heaters, lift station, pumps, sump, septic systems, boilers, or compressed air.
• Constructs/assembles/repairs fittings and valves for new installation or replacements, modifies length of pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing materials as needed
• Drives and operates all types of construction equipment as assigned (bucket truck, forklift, front end loader, bob cat, backhoe, one man lift, multi-person lift, ditching machine, mini-excavator, sewer equipment, camera systems, and pipe jet systems)
• Collaborates with contractors, construction workers, electricians, pipefitters, or steamfitters when installing and repairing plumbing
• Inspects and tests plumbing systems for leaks and other problems
• Constructs new installations; adds to existing installations; and repairs
• Perform any additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned by management or as necessitated by the evolving needs of the organization. 

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
 If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
 
 This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent from an accredited educational institution.

• Five (5) years of experience in plumbing to repairs and maintenance 

• Must have a valid Class C driver’s license (Texas by hire date) and maintain a good driving record 
• Registered as Apprentice Helpers 

Education:

• Completion of a plumbing vocational/technical school or a recognized apprenticeship program (preferred) 

Registration:

• Registered as Tradesman (preferred)

• 8103 Wade Road, Baytown, TX 77521 

• Reports To Position: Facilities Maintenance and Construction Manager or as designated
• Supervises Positions: None