MA Licensed Plumber

The Springfield Housing Authority, consistent with its equal opportunity and affirmative action policies, invites applicants for the position of MA Licensed Plumber
. Rate: $39.61 per hour, M-F 7:0 am - 4 pm. Excellent benefits package.

Position will remain open until filled.

Position Summary:
Performs skilled worked related to plumbing found in Housing Authority facilities.

Essential Functions

Performs the maintenance and repair of plumbing and gas systems. Repairs plumbing fixtures such as toilets, kitchen sinks, lavatories, shower stalls, laundry trays, washing machine connections, hot water tanks, slop sinks, floor drains, urinals, drinking fountains, area drains, water piping, backflow preventors, etc. Install and maintain pipes and fittings, valves, pressure gages, circulation pumps, etc. Replace and repair piping to gas fixtures such as ranges, heating boilers, water heaters, dryers, etc.

Performs maintenance mechanic 1 functions as requested by the Director of Maintenance. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Possess and maintain a valid active MA Plumbing License. Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications and plans for complete renovations. Valid Massachusetts driver’s license. Knowledge of tools and equipment. Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures used while working with plumbing. Skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment. Ability to receive and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to perform effective and carry out oral and written instructions.

Knowledge of handling hazardous materials.

Three to five years of experience in the maintenance and repair of plumbing and gas systems.

Graduation from a trade school, regional vocational high or other schools offering a curriculum with considerable experience in plumbing/pipe fitting. Ability to perform manual tasks requiring physical strength, including lifting heavy objects of no more 40 pounds. Ability to work in unfavorable conditions.