Plumber - Maintenance Mechanic

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Maintenance Mechanic (Plumber) maintains and repairs plumbing for RDU Airport Authority. This position works on installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems, including installation and maintenance of lavatories, commodes, and water heaters across the airport field campus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Locate underground utilities (water and sewer)

• Checks and repairs sewer lift stations and irrigation pump station including motors, pmps, sluce gates, and other equipment as needed

• 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 preventive maintenance on plumbing fixtures and systems.

• 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.

• Assist in annual inspections and testing.

• Supports airport emergencies, special events, and irregular operations to include extreme weather events.

• Performs additional related work as required.

HIRING RANGE:

• $ 22.02 - $32.92

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

• Associate Degree or Apprentice Program

Experience:

Required:

• 2 years of experience in the plumbing trade

Preferred:

• 4 years of experience in the plumbing trade

Licenses or Certifications:

Required:

• Valid NC Driver's License and ability to obtain a NC CDL B License within 9 months of start date.

Preferred

• NC Registered Journeyman's Certificate

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• The operation of heavy equipment such as dump trucks and front-end loaders

• Protocols for cleaning up hazardous waste spills

• Hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and industrial equipment

• Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, Outlook

• Working independently on a shift without direct supervision

Skill 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

• Critical thinking to solve problems and formulate solutions

• English grammar, spelling, punctuation

• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

• Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments

Ability to:

• Handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy

• Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively

• Move from one job to another as needed

• Read schematics, blueprints, and other technical documents

• Meet schedules and deadlines of 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

WORK 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 require fingering, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking, repetitive motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemical and oils extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, intense noises, gases, workspace restriction and vibrations.

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.