PLUMBER

Plumber

Purpose: An employee in this class is responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of water and waste disposal systems. The employee receives work assignments from the supervisor. New or unusual assignments are accompanied by more detailed instruction. Some errors may be revealed while work is in progress; however, others may not be detected until after work is completed. The employee works with limited supervision.

Qualifications:

Working experience in the repair, replacement, or construction of piping systems

Plumbing License or the ability/initiative to acquire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge of the techniques, methods, and tools of the plumbing trade Skill in the use of tools, materials, and equipment used in plumbing work

Ability to understand and carry out oral or written instructions

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Measures, cuts, threads, assembles, and installs pipes and tubing

Connects valves, caulks, joints, and tests finished job by allowing water to flow through Installs water, sanitary fixtures and equipment with supports, hangers, or foundations

Eliminates leaks by repacking valves or by replacing faulty fittings or sections in line Replaces worn parts

Makes corrections as needed