Skilled Maintenance Crafts - Plumbing

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The job of Skilled Maintenance Crafts - Plumbing is done for the purpose/s of maintaining plumbing systems in safe operating condition; assisting in ensuring an effective preventive maintenance program; documenting information; resolving immediate operational and/or safety concerns; ensuring assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner; and collaborating with assigned workers as necessary. This job reports to Supervisor of Building and Grounds.

Essential Functions
• Assists in working with administration, staff, vendors and other trades for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently.
• Collaborates with department personnel as assigned (e.g. making work assignments, training, supervising crews, etc.) for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the work force and meeting shift requirements.
• Estimates materials and/or equipment needed to compete work projects for the purpose of ensuring timely and cost effective completion of projects.
• Inspects plumbing systems and projects for the purpose of identifying necessary repairs and/or overseeing the work of outside contractors.
• Installs repairs, replaces and troubleshoots all plumbing and irrigation systems for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Maintains manual and electronic documents, files and records (e.g. work orders, quotes, vendor catalogs, etc.) for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance.
• Maintains tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.
• Orders materials and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items as needed.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. work orders, purchase requisitions, reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Repairs plumbing equipment for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.
• Researches materials, vendors, etc. for the purpose of providing information for recommendations and decision making.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate operational and/or safety concerns.
• Transports a variety of items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.

Other Functions
• Assists other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; handling hazardous materials; operating equipment used in maintenance and construction settings.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: safety practices and procedures; plumbing repair; and pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and consider a variety of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of processes. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a wide variety of types of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; and working as part of a team.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 45% walking, and 35% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.

Experience
Job related experience is required.

Education
Targeted job related education that meets organization’s prerequisite requirements.

Required Testing
None Specified

Certificates & Licenses
Valid Driver’s License and Evidence of Insurability

Continuing Educ. / Training
None Specified

Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

Salary : $23 - $25