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Palm Beach State College
Plumber
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A Plumber installs and repairs water pipes, including drainage pipes, in homes or larger buildings. Installs plumbing fixtures or appliances that use gas, and fixes plumbing problems such as clogged pipes.
$58,104 / year median in the U.S.
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Join our team! What We Offer At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives. About this role Responsible for scheduling and coordinating all plumbing work orders and projects. Installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing machinery, equipment, and related structures and systems for all campuses. Provides expertise in large scale plumbing issues and construction projects and assists other skilled trades as needed. Must work some weekends, during college closings, and required to report in times of equipment failure or outage. What a day of a Plumber looks like : Troubleshoots and repairs a variety of plumbing issues including toilets, flush controls water heating, delivery and drainage systems, and assists with campus maintenance. Inspects, installs, repairs and replaces pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures to maintain the heating, water, gas, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes. Plans, administers, and takes physical inventories of equipment or material. Prepares material list to order materials and supplies to complete assigned tasks. Meets and communicates with current or potential vendors. Coordinates with vendors and purchasing department. Monitors, evaluates, and coordinates services provided by outside vendors. Inspects and repairs equipment and machinery for safe operation. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment consistent with equipment recommendations. Repairs faulty or damaged equipment as needed. Responds to a variety of service order calls. Accurately logs and provides updates on service requests. Tracks and records maintenance and repair work performed. Provides consultation and assistance regarding specific matters within area of expertise. Assists with permit and plan reviews. Maintains and performs in a safe workplace, and follows established safety practices. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. We'd love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED with additional training related to the position Four years of related experienceKnowledge of:
Current plumbing codes and tools Microsoft Office Professional or similar application Safety procedures and guidelines Skilled in: Operating plumbing tools Delivering a high level of customer service Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management Ability to: Interpret blueprints and related symbols Use a variety hand and power tools, machines and equipment Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of serviceLicenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Regular physical attendance required Current Plumber Journeyman license Palm Beach County Backflow Testing and Repair certificate (must be obtained within 6 months for non-resident) Valid Florida driver's license Work Environment and Physical DemandFrequency:
Lift or carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds- Daily Lift or carry objects weighing 10 to 25 pounds
- Daily Lift or carry objects weighing 25 to 50 pounds
- Daily Reach and grasp objects
- Hourly Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Hourly Climb ladders and stairs
- Hourly Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Hourly Stand for extended periods of time
- Hourly Repetitive movement of wrists, hands, fingers
- Hourly Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color
- Daily Visual identification of people or objects
- Hourly Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury
- Daily Exposed to extreme temperatures
- Daily Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
- Daily Exposed to loud noise levels
- Hourly Work performed outdoors
- Hourly Exposed to heights
- Hourly Risk for occupational exposure to hazardous contaminants
- Hourly Utilization of personal protective equipment
- Hourly Operate a motor vehicle
- Hourly Work a fluctuating work schedule
- Seldom Walk on foot to perform tasks
- Daily This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job.