PLUMBER

First day of filing

August 12, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (pt)

The filing period may be suspended at any time without prior notice. This examination may reopen as the needs of the service require.

No applications will be accepted outside of the official application filing period, no exceptions.

Exam number

J7269q

Type of recruitment

Open competitive job opportunity

Definition

Performs journey-level plumbing work in the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of plumbing and related systems.

Classification standards

Positions allocable to this class typically report to a senior plumber or higher level craft supervisor and use a variety of hand tools and power equipment in the installation, alteration, maintenance, or repair of plumbing fixtures or systems. Incumbents are required to have a working knowledge of plumbing sufficient to independently perform all the essential elements of work common to the plumbing craft and sufficient to train and provide technical supervision for apprentices and helpers.

Incumbents are also required to have a working knowledge of the uniform plumbing code related to their craft.

Installs piping for hot and cold water, waste sewage, vent and leader lines, gas, compressed air, etc.

Installs and inspects piping of all types of materials subject to the plumbing code.

Installs or assembles fixtures and appliances connected to plumbing and drainage systems.

Locates and removes stoppage in waste lines.

Inspects water mains, fire hydrants, and service lines.

Determines reasons for operating malfunctions in piping systems and makes appropriate repairs.

Maintains tools and equipment used in the plumbing trade in a safe, working condition.

Assists and consults with other plumbers and trades people.

Performs brazing and soldering work connected with plumbing.

Drives automotive equipment in order to transport tools, equipment, materials, and personnel. Minimum requirements

Option i: completion of a recognized plumber apprenticeship training program.

Recognized plumber apprenticeship training program is defined as an approved agency, such as the united association of journeymen and apprentices of the plumbing and pipe fitting industry.  For this option, applicants must submit a photocopy of the certificate of completion of a recognized plumber apprenticeship training program with your online application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing.

Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit and indicate your name, the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection.

Option ii: five years of experience in plumbing construction, installation, alteration, or repair work, one year of which must have been as a journey-level
* plumber.

For this option, applicants must include detailed information specifically addressing journey-level
* experience on the application/resumes.

License(s)

A valid california class c driver license is required to perform job-related essential functions. Candidates offered these positions would be required to show proof of a driver license prior to appointment.

California class a or b driver license may be required.

Out-of-state applicants must have a valid license from the state in which they reside at the time of filing.  Out-of-state applicants will be required to obtain a california class c driver license prior to appointment.

License information: successful applicants for this position will be required to obtain a copy of his/her driving record from the california state department of motor vehicles before being appointed. A copy of your driving record must be presented at the time of your appointment. License must not be suspended, restricted or revoked. An applicant whose driving record shows three (3) or more moving violations within the past year will not be appointed.

Certificate(s)

Los angeles county and los angeles city certification of registration as a journey plumber.
* A city of los angeles regulation 4 certificate may be required for testing life/safety systems in county buildings located within the city limits of los angeles. Life/safety systems are defined as: fire alarms, automatic-closing fire assemblies, elevator recall, fire suppression, and emergency power systems.
* A certificate of competence to test backflow prevention devices issued by the los angeles county health officer, a state of california fire extinguisher test certificate, and a grade ii water treatment operator license and/or grade iii distribution license may be required.
* Physical class

Physical class iii - moderate: this class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

Special requirement information

* journey-level experience applies to a person who has completed an apprenticeship program or is an…