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Functional Title Sr. Plumber Recruitment Category Type Standard Functional Category General Services Grade GS.11 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Requisition Number 24-0162 Number of Vacancies 1 Job Level Staff Job Code N/A Job Description Summary Organization Name Facility Services Reports to Building Maintenance Manager Full or Part Time Full Time If Part Time how many hours per week Regular or Temporary Regular Position End Date (if temporary) Work Schedule 6:00 am - 2:30 pm
Position Location Anacostia & Temple Hills Position Summary Information
General Summary The Sr. Plumber performs a full range of skilled maintenance and repair of plumbing systems and fixtures, and gasfitting work involving considerable responsibility, complexity, and variety including utility supply and disposal systems; sewage, water, gas, and oil lines; compressed air, water closets, heaters, hydrants, valves and pumps.
Essential Functions Performs various plumbing assignments on utility supply and disposal systems, fixtures, fittings, and equipment such as sewage, water, gas and oil lines, compressed air, vacuum and acid systems, water closets and heaters
Locates and taps main headers; routes and cuts openings; places hangers for level and slope; and determines type and location of and installs valves, traps, and unions needed for proper operation and ease of maintenance of the system
Installs plumbing equipment including seating, hooking up, and testing; installs maintains, and repairs faucets, sinks, washbowls, drinking fountains, water closets, sewers, vents, and other sanitary fixtures
Measures, troubleshoots, repairs, cuts, threads, fits, connects, and assembles fixtures, parts, and equipment such as deep well pumps, overhead heaters, water heaters, pumps, chemical feeders, and instruments.
Plans and lays out the placement, pitch, elevation, pressure, reduction, expansion, and operation of various piping systems and equipment
Makes various types of joints using hard and soft silver solder, lead wiping, and other techniques
Restores and repairs various systems such as unplugging sewer lines and traps, correcting leaks, overhauling, and patching valves, and draining and winterization of systems and equipment; reads and interprets plans and specifications; completes work as required by the WSSC Plumbing and Fuel Gas codes
Coordinates the work of subordinate maintenance mechanics and contractors
Estimates time, selects materials and maintains records of tools, materials, and labor used
May recommend replacement of obsolete fixtures/equipment
Inspects and troubleshoots plumbing systems for problems, damages, or necessary repairs
Uses a variety of tools and equipment to install, maintain, repair, replace, or modify plumbing systems and natural gas and propane piping systems in compliance with the WSSC Water Plumbing and Fuel Gas codes.
Drives motor vehicles to carry workers and haul tools, equipment, materials, and supplies to job sites; loads and unloads trucks of tools, equipment, supplies, and materials
Completes required administrative paperwork and recordkeeping; utilizes WSSC Water's work order applications to create service requests, enter work information, close out work orders and service requests, etc.
Ability to work with various piping materials including but not limited to cast iron, steel, copper, PVC, and CPVC
Utilizes and reviews construction drawings to support maintenance and troubleshooting tasks
Performs related duties as required
Other Functions Serves as project lead on most projects
May serve as a liaison with the maintenance staff and equipment owner
Performs related duties as required
Obtain plumbing permits for work as required by the WSSC Plumbing and Fuel Gas code.
Work Environment And Physical Demands Work is performed both indoors and outdoors.
Ability to work in inclement weather and fluctuating temperatures, climb ladders, scaffolding, and descend underground, as well as exposure to the hazards of working in confined spaces
Exposure to dirty, dusty, and greasy conditions, noxious odors, chemicals, solvents, and human or animal waste occur on a regular basis
Use of safety equipment and/or protective clothing is required
Ability to work in inclement weather and fluctuating temperatures, climb ladders, scaffolding, and descend underground, as well as exposure to the hazards of working in confined spaces
The employee in this position is required to respond to after-hours emergency service calls and may be placed on stand-by duty during severe weather or other urgent conditions
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Extensive knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment of the plumbing trade
Knowledge of WSSC Water plumbing and fuel gas code.
Considerable knowledge of Maryland Occupational Safety and Health ( MOSH) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration ( OSHA), building, and fire codes
Considerable knowledge of piping systems involving water, sewer, natural gas, propane gas, air, and venting requirements
Ability to work from construction drawings, schematics, and specifications
Skill in operating plumbing hand tools, power tools, drain augers, hydro jets, and light construction equipment
Ability to work effectively with workers from different disciplines
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements High School diploma (or equivalent)
6+ years of plumbing and gasfitting experience
Current WSSC-licensed Master Plumber/Gasfitter or eligible reciprocal State-licensed Master Plumber/Gasfitter
Possession of a valid driver's license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer
Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work
Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work
On-call, standby duty, and mandatory overtime work may be required
Preferences Strong industrial or commercial plumbing experience preferred
Ability to lead installations of major plumbing systems
Salary $33.30 - $56.60 per hour Ability to lead installations of major plumbing systems
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EEO Statement AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Additional Information It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
