Journeyman Plumber- Maintenance

Primary Purpose: To provide water supply, sewer maintenance, gas supply and maintenance of kitchen equipment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education/Certification: High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Minimum Experience: 3 years

Special Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of fundamental principals of plumbing practices and plumbing code

Must be able to accurately diagnose and properly repair plumbing and kitchen equipment

Must properly utilize gas testing equipment

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Maintain facility plumbing fixtures, boilers, water heaters, drinking fountains and other equipment
2. Provide new plumbing needs i.e. water supply, sewer/drains and gas supply
3. Detention pond pump inspections, maintenance and repairs
4. Assist with other departments as needed
5. Fill out records/reports
6.    Assist with the water well and sewage plant maintenance
7. Perform back flow test, gas testing and irrigation repairs
8. Perform roof drain inspections and repairs
9. Install new and maintain existing storm drains as needed
10. Pursue personal educational growth pertaining to plumbing methods and kitchen equipment repairs
11. Demonstrate a positive attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to perform any additional tasks as assigned by Supervisor
12. Respond to after-hours emergency calls

EQUIPMENT USED:

Drills, saws, sewer machine, acetylene torch, hammers, vice, grinders, cutting (pipe) tools  

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands:                                                                                                                                                                           

Strenuous walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting-over 45 pounds. Responsibilities of the position can cause and require irregular work hours.

Environment:                                                                                                                                                                                    

Work outside and inside; Exposure to hot and cold temperatures; Work in confined spaces; Work with high voltage equipment; Work with hot and cold equipment; Work with toxic chemicals:; Work in wet areas.

Wage/Hour Status:  Non-Exempt

Pay Grade:  7- Auxiliary

Days:  240

Reports to:  Plumbing Supervisor