Plumber, (A243115-3), 204, Parks Maintenance

Performs skilled plumbing work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems and equipment throughout the City. Inspects and troubleshoots systems; tests, locates problems, and repairs. Reads sketches and blueprints, as necessary.

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.

• Installs water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures; repairs to existing plumbing and gas system installations.

• Replaces, cleans, and makes repairs to flush valves, radiator valves, and faucets.

• Tests installations for leakage of liquid or gas.

• Removes stoppages from sewer lines with augers and snakes.

• Cuts, seams, threads, and caulks pipes.

• Prepares layouts and sketches of plumbing to be installed, to include irrigation systems.

• Tests and repairs water tempering valves, photo panels, metering valves, reduced pressure backflow prevention devices, pressure regulators, and other specialty plumbing valves, pumps, fixtures, and equipment.

• Installs and repairs irrigation systems.

• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors and other business contacts.

• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and material of the plumbing trade.

• Knowledge of plumbing practices in laying out and installing water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures.

• Knowledge of uniform plumbing codes.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

• Knowledge of the laws and regulations regarding sanitary plumbing and gas and steam installations.

• Knowledge of hydraulics as it relates to flow rates, pipe sizes and pressures.

• Knowledge of building and fire codes as they relate to residential and commercial buildings.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to prepare estimates of time and materials.

• Ability to work from drawings or blueprints and other specifications.

• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.

• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.

• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.

• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.

• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.

• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.

• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.

• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

• Required to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.        Occasional outside work.

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.

• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Frequently

• Office or similar indoor environment

• Confined space

Often

• Outdoor environment

• Street environment (near moving traffic)

• Construction site

• Vehicles

• Warehouse environment

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds

• Communicable diseases

Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Sometimes

• Fumes or airborne particles

Often

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

• Moving mechanical parts

• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

• National travel

• International travel

Seldom:

• Regional travel

Often

• Local travel

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

• At least three (3) years of plumbing experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Journeyman Plumber's License is required.

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.