Senior Plumber - Maintenance Mechanic (Fields Division)

RDU Airport Authority provides a world-class customer experience for millions of passengers traveling to or through the airport. Our organization honors leadership, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and respect. We’re known for innovation, and we need skilled professionals to match our team. Here at RDU, we’ve created a culture that attracts bright, passionate, and caring people who sincerely want to do their best for our internal and external partners. Our organization offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and collaboration. As a team member at RDU, you can expect to make a difference through your work, to have a direct impact on the achievement of a very meaningful mission, to advance your career trajectory, and to have room for fun and fulfillment in your daily life.

Does this sound like the challenge that you have been searching for? If so, please consider applying for the Senior Maintenance Mechanic (Plumber) position supporting our Fields Division at the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority.

At RDU, your career goals guide our efforts. Most importantly, here at RDU, we fly high and help people find freedom. Freedom to land in a place that fits today, and one that fits in the future. Freedom to find clarity in chaos, to lean into transition and achieve growth. Freedom to thrive, on both sides of the equation. RDU provides an opportunity to work with an awesome team, all dedicated to our core values of Learning, Integrity, Team, Excellence, and Respect. 

Learn more about what it’s like to be a member of Team RDU!

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Senior Plumber performs highly skilled maintenance related duties in an area of specialty at the RDU Airport facilities. Additionally, the Senior Maintenance Mechanic will assist with weather related activities such as snow removal and or hurricane preparedness to maintain a 24/7 operation.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Locate underground utilities (water and sewer).
• Checks and repairs sewer lift stations and irrigation pump stations including motors, pumps, sluce gates, and other equipment as needed.
• Oversees and installs new plumbing, including pipes, valves, drains, basins, faucets, lavatories, sinks, drinking fountains, hot water heaters, and a wide variety of other plumbing fixtures and equipment. 
• Performs repair of old plumbing, including fixtures and pipelines, clean and open traps, drains and other lines.
• Solders and repairs copper pipes.
• Working an on-call shift determined by co-worker rotation for response to emergency situations.
• Keep work orders updated and add comments as needed.
• Conducts estimates on time and materials required for jobs.
• Conducts preventive maintenance on plumbing fixtures and systems.
• Conducts annual inspections and testing.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
• Performs related work in support of grounds keeping and maintenance functions (grass cutting, painting, fence repair, masonry, cleaning).
• Assists with snow removal efforts and other inclement weather-related needs.
• Communicate to supervisor observations and issues concerning maintenance needs.
• Performs related work as required.

HIRING RANGE:

• Maximum - Based on qualifications
• Minimum - $27.89  

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education:

Required: 

• High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

 Associate degree or Apprentice Program

Experience:

Required:

5 years of experience in the plumbing trade.

Preferred:

• 7 years of experience in plumbing trade.

Licenses or Certifications:

Required:  

• Valid NC Driver’s License
• CDL class B License (or ability to obtain within 9 months)

Preferred:  

• NC Plumbing License or Construction Generalist Certificate

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Specific Mechanical systems relevant to the role.
• Working knowledge and experience of mechanical and utility systems
• The use of mechanical and hand tools, power tools and mechanical testing equipment
• The operation of various types of aerial lifts including work at heights up to 60 feet
• English grammar, spelling, punctuation
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment
• The use of maintenance work order systems for work assignments and documenting work activities.
• The operation of heavy equipment such as dump trucks and front-end loaders
• Protocols for cleaning up hazardous waste spills
• Safety rules and regulations required in the specific
• Hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and industrial equipment
• Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping
• Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment used to document work, inventory, and work orders.

 Skilled in:

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships.
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• High level of attention to detail
• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
• Critical thinking to solve problems and formulate solutions.
• English grammar, spelling, punctuation
• Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments

 Ability to:

• Leading work or working independently on a shift without direct supervision
• Handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively. 
• Read schematics, blueprints, and other technical documents.
• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files.
• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
• Meet schedules and deadlines of work.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work may be performed indoors or outdoors in potentially adverse conditions on uneven ground in all types of weather. May periodically be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment, machinery, and overhead and ground level aircraft noise.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The position involves heavy physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Positions in this class typically require typing, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, sitting, walking and repetitive motions. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises as well as gases, workspace restrictions, vibrations, chemicals, and oils. 

RDU AIRPORT AUTHORITY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

At RDU, you’re not just a blip on the radar. We appreciate you and care about your health, happiness and future. Here’s a snapshot of our awesome benefits!   

• Work-Life Harmony
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Holiday Options
• Health and Wellness
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• On-site Fitness Classes & Employee Fitness Center Access
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – with matching employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts – medical and dependent care options
• Opportunities for employer paid or discounted insurance plans
• Financial Wellness
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Shift Differential pay
• 401(k) plan, Traditional and Roth options – with matching employer contributions
• 457(b) plan, Traditional and Roth options
• NC Pension Retirement Pan
• Employee Discounts – cell phone service plans, RDU Airport Terminal stores and restaurants.

Please see the Raleigh Durham Airport-Authority statement on Equal Opportunity Employment located at https://www.rdu.com/careers/rduaa/