Maintenance Plumber

BASIC POSITION FUNCTION Under general supervision, to perform skilled work in installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures, water, gas and waste and vent lines; as assigned, to assist other tradesmen by performing unskilled and semi-skilled duties in other maintenance trades areas; to do related work as required. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS A major portion of the time of positions in this class is spent in performing skilled plumbing work.

As assigned, positions are expected to perform tasks in other maintenance trades at an unskilled, or semi-skilled level as a helper or independently. ESSSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Makes installation of general plumbing systems and repairs existing systems; Installs, maintains and repairs various types of water heaters and garbage disposals; Installs water piping and sewer mains and laterals; Repairs and replaces pipes, valves, fittings, flush valves and fixtures; Installs gas lines; Cuts and threads pipes; Wipes and flushes joints; Cleans out drains and obstructions in water and sewer systems; Installs and makes repairs to sprinkler systems; Adjusts time clocks; makes electrical connections; Works from blueprints and sketches; Cares for plumbing tools and equipment; Assists in other maintenance areas by performing un-skilled, semi-skilled or skilled duties; Plans and lays out assigned tasks; Estimates and records time, labor and material; Supervises the work of helpers. MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS Experience:

Experience as a plumber at a skilled level, or two years of experience as a Maintenance Worker II in the Conejo Valley Unified School District in an area in which the incumbent has acquired competence at a skilled level in this trade. Education: Persons with the experience, knowledge and abilities as stated are considered to have the necessary education. JOB COMPETENCIES:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: The tools, materials, methods and standard practices of the plumbing trade; The proper repair and operation of heating equipment and boilers; Applicable plumbing codes and regulations governing the plumbing trade; Shop math; Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

Ability to: Perform skilled plumbing installation, repair and maintenance work; Use plumbing tools and equipment with skill; Plan and lay out plumbing work, including estimating labor and material cost; Work from sketches, diagrams, blueprints, plans and specifications; Maintain simple records; Work cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work; Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Requirements / Qualifications Requirements / Qualifications