Plumber; B253154-1 Construction Maintenance

Position: Plumber, (B253154-1), 204, Construction Maintenance
Performs skilled plumbing work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems and equipment throughout the City. Inspects and troubleshoots systems; tests, locates problems, and repairs. Reads sketches and blueprints, as necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

* Installs water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures; repairs to existing plumbing and gas system installations.

* Replaces, cleans, and makes repairs to flush valves, radiator valves, and faucets.

* Tests installations for leakage of liquid or gas.

* Removes stoppages from sewer lines with augers and snakes.

* Cuts, seams, threads, and caulks pipes.

* Prepares layouts and sketches of plumbing to be installed, to include irrigation systems.

* Tests and repairs water tempering valves, photo panels, metering valves, reduced pressure backflow prevention devices, pressure regulators, and other specialty plumbing valves, pumps, fixtures, and equipment.

* Installs and repairs irrigation systems.

* Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors and other business contacts.

* Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

* Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and material of the plumbing trade.

* Knowledge of plumbing practices in laying out and installing water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures.

* Knowledge of uniform plumbing codes.

* Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

* Knowledge of the laws and regulations regarding sanitary plumbing and gas and steam installations.

* Knowledge of hydraulics as it relates to flow rates, pipe sizes and pressures.

* Knowledge of building and fire codes as they relate to residential and commercial buildings.

Skills and Abilities:

* Ability to prepare estimates of time and materials.

* Ability to work from drawings or blueprints and other specifications.

* Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.

* Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.

* Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.

* Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.

* Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.

* Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.

* Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.

* Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

* Required to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

* Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

* Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

* Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.
Occasional outside work.

* Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.

* Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

* Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Frequently

* Office or similar indoor environment

* Confined space

Often

* Outdoor environment

* Street environment (near moving traffic)

* Construction site

* Vehicles

* Warehouse environment

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

* Individuals with known violent backgrounds

* Communicable diseases

Seldom

* Individuals who are hostile or irate

* Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

* Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Sometimes

* Fumes or airborne particles

Often

* Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

* Moving mechanical parts

* Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

* National travel

* International travel

Seldom:

* Regional travel

Often

* Local travel

* High School Diploma or G.E.D.

* At least three (3) years of plumbing experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications

* Valid Texas Journeyman Plumber's License is required.

* Valid Texas Driver License. If…