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What they do
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.
$56,698 / year median in the U.S.
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Pay Rate $30.78 per hour Telecommute Status Onsite Announcement PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position:
AbilityOne N/A Job Description PRIDE Industries Job Description Job:
Plumber Job Code:
737 -BL-Plumber Maint SCA Occup:
23810Plumber, Maintenance Salary Grade:
Federal Wage Determination or Collective Bargaining Agreement FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Approval Date:
March 2017POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general supervision the Plumber performs a variety of technical tasks related to installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing heating, water and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes.TYPICAL DUTIES
1.- Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces all types of plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, urinals, flush valves, bathtubs, faucets, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposals, dishwashers and water softeners. 2.
- Clears all types and sizes of drains with cable machine and jetting machine/high pressure pump truck.3.
- Repairs all types of water and sewer lines both inside and outside buildings.4.
- Inspects structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe.5.
- Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors.6.
- Cuts and threads pipe, using pipe cutters, cutting torch, and pipe threading machine.7.
- Bends pipe to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine or by placing pipe over block and bending it by hand.
- 8. Cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings by using hand tools and power tools.9.
- Installs valves, pipefittings and pipes composed of metals, such as iron, steel, brass and lead, and nonmetals, such as glass, vitrified clay and plastic.10.
- Joins pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder and plastic solvent and caulks joints.11.
- Fills pipe system with water or air and reads pressure gauges to determine whether system is leaking.12.
- Studies building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations.
- 13. Frequent travel between facilities14. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
- Denotes Essential Job Function
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced knowledge of the tools, equipment and materials common to the plumbing trade.
- Advanced knowledge of applicable plumbing codes.
- Basic knowledge of the mechanics of operation of equipment such as pumps, boilers, heaters and other plumbing components.
- Skilled in the installation, repair and maintenance of all types of plumbing systems.
- Five years of progressively responsible plumbing experience.
- General computer knowledge to operate word processing, spreadsheet and internet software applications.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and to present information and respond to questions from vendors, customers, management, and others.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with staff, customers, and others.
- Knowledge of
ISO 9000
preferred.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Not ApplicableCERTIFICATES OR LICENSES REQUIRED
The following licenses or certificates may be required depending on local, state and/or contract requirements: Plumber Journeyman Valid Driver's LicensePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance:- Maneuvering to and around equipment
- Bending, kneeling, stooping, and reaching
- Climbing stepstools or ladders
- Lifting and moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds