Skilled Craft Specialist # 1434 - Plumber - Facilities Maintenance - Public Works Division

THIS POSTING IS TO FILL TWO (2) VACANCIES.

Under close supervision, assists other skilled craft and senior skilled craft specialists as well as performs independently a variety of plumbing work as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics.  This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)

The equivalent of a High School diploma plus five (5) years of experience in area of Plumbing craft specialty. Must have an active Hamilton County Journeyman Plumbing License at the time of hire.  A valid driver's license is required.

SAFETY SENSITIVE:

This position has been identified as "safety sensitive" under the definition of 49 CFR Part 40-Department of Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policy. This position will be subject to drug and alcohol testing for the following:   1) post offer pre-employment 2) when there is reasonable cause 3) after an on-the-job accident or contributing to an accident 4) on a random basis 5) prior to return to duty after suspension and/or 6) as follow-up.  This is additional and also subject to the Rules and Regulations of The Employee Handbook.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work requires sustained physical effort in all weather environments, involving considerable walking and standing with limited sitting.  Driving a county truck or van for prolong periods of time to access work sites, may be required.

 Must be able to set up and climb ladders/scaffolding, and access bucket trucks using appropriate safety equipment.  Ability to access manways, and scuttles, and roof ladders in the performance of work.  Ability to walk on sloped surfaces (roofs) with proper safety equipment.

  Lifting and carrying of 50 fifty pounds is required, as well as bending, crawling/stooping, and overhead arm reaching for prolong periods of time, all in the performance of work.  Work environments include areas with dust, such as basements and attics.  A valid driver's license is required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Private insurance will be required on any take home vehicle.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.

All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance.

All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County's Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page. 

https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx