Plumber

General Summary

The Plumber will install, troubleshoot, service and repair plumbing systems in office buildings, hospitals and other commercial establishments as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of plumbing systems as required
• Solid understanding of water distribution and disposal systems in residential, commercial and industrial
• Coordinate, troubleshoot, repair, inspect and maintain plumbing equipment including, but not limited to, faucets, lavatories, toilets, flush valves, sinks, water heaters, drinking fountains, domestic water heaters and boilers, garbage disposals, backflow devices, valves and water meters.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs.
• Respond to emergency plumbing calls such as clogged drains, broken water lines, frozen
• Completes miscellaneous plumbing repairs.
• Repairs or replaces sinks, water coolers, and toilets.
• Works on pipe systems for water, heating, and drainage, according to specifications and plumbing coders.
• Performs general maintenance on equipment and machinery.
• Communicates with customers regarding work request status and coordination.
• Completes written Work Request notes reflecting details accomplished.
• Accurately document work performed on trouble tickets or work orders
• Ability to respond to emergency calls as needed, to include nights and weekends.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements

• Journeyman or Master License in Plumbing is Required
• Backflow Certification Preferred
• WSSC certified Preferred
• Medical Gas Certification 6040
• GED or High School Graduate
• Experience working in an outdoor or indoor building environment
• General knowledge of plumbing fixtures and ability to comprehend blueprints and drawings.
• Able to understand verbal or written direction from lead, supervisor or other craftsmen

Work Environment

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., squat, bend, stoop and kneel for short periods, climb a ladder, stand for long periods of time, constant arm extensions.
• Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc.
• Must be able to pass a local background check and have the ability to obtain and maintain security clearance after hire.

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.