Maintenance Plumber

Maintenance Plumber

The Maintenance Plumber assembles, installs, and repairs pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems. Assembles, installs and repairs pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes. Studies building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations. Inspects structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe. Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls, roofs, and floors, using ruler, spirit level and plumb bob. Cuts openings to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings, using hand tools and power tools. Cuts and threads pipe, using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and pipe-threading machine. Bends pipe to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine or by placing pipe over block and bending it by hand. Assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings, and pipe composed of metals, such as iron, steel, brass and lead, and nonmetals, such as glass, vitrified clay, and plastic, using hand tools and power tools. Joins pipe by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulks joints. Fills pipe system with water or air and reads pressure gauges to determine whether system is leaking. Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners. Repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged drains. May weld holding fixtures to steel structural members. Solders or brazes joints. Tests backflow prevention measures. Performs other related duties as assigned. May perform work in other classifications when incidental work is necessary to the accomplishment of the work assignment. Significant work in another job classification may be required if accompanied by any wage adjustments applicable.

Accountable for the proper use of tools and equipment commonly used in the plumbing field. Completing all mandated training requirements per government and management directives. Timely and cost-effective performance of duties. Timely completion and accuracy of all departmental work. Dealing with a variety of people in a professional, courteous manner in diversified situations. Adherence to established company safety policies and good industrial and office safety practices. Compliance with company standard operating procedures and personnel policies and procedures. Having the ability to work well under pressure.

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Professional Associations) : Mandatory Four years plumbing experience. Must be familiar with pumps, pressure controls, sewer and water mains, and sprinkler systems. Must have and maintain hand tools of the trade to perform the normal work of the classifications. Must obtain and maintain required explosives certifications when assigned to ordnance operations. Must be certified in the testing of backflow preventers. Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver's license with acceptable driving record. Must meet and maintain company physical and security requirements, including respirator qualification, and clearance eligibility when required. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Must possess good communication skills for a service team environment. Ability to successfully pass any background checks and / or drug testing required on the contract. U.S. Citizenship. Wages : $38.54 / hour (Union position)