PLUMBER

PLUMBER

Rate : $61,059 - $82,810 annually

Overtime eligible

12 Vacation Days, 15 Sick days, 15 Holidays and up to 6 Personal days per year.

Definition

Skilled manual work and operation of various equipment and light truck used to maintain the plumbing, heating and related systems in town buildings and properties; all other related work, as required.

Supervision

Works under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Building Maintenance, following departmental rules, regulations and policies, requiring the ability to plan and perform operations to complete assigned task or tasks according to a prescribed time schedule; refers unusual problems to the supervisor.

Performs functions which are generally well defined and limited in scope but which may involve a choice of two or more approaches to well-precedented problems.

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily indoors, with frequent exposure to noise, heated pipes and boilers, wastes and chemicals; periodic exposure to accidental injury could result in occupational disability.

The employee operates a truck and variety of hand, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical power tools.

The employee has frequent contact with other town tradespeople and town departments.

Errors could result in personal injury, injury to others, delay or loss of service, damage to buildings or equipment or legal repercussions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Responsible for installation and ongoing repair and maintenance of plumbing, heating, pneumatic controls, gas and sprinkler systems in town buildings and properties.

Trouble shoots, lays out, orders supplies and installs necessary equipment, controls, piping and fixtures; responsible for obtaining necessary permits, when required.

Loads and unloads trucks; picks up and hauls material.

Maintains the readiness of the assigned vehicle; ensures that all usual and customary tools and safety equipment are readily available and secured; ensures that all materials and supplies are readily available for emergencies. Regularly assesses the condition of the assigned vehicle; keeps vehicle clean inside and out, checks all safety equipment, and reports any defects to a supervisor; tests equipment to determine satisfactory condition following repair; inspects equipment and reviews work practices, and operating procedures to ensure compliance with applicable health and safety codes and standards, and keeps work area and equipment and tools clean, neat, orderly safe and secure.

Performs similar or related work as required, or as situation dictates.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school or vocational school diploma in plumbing and heating; four years of experience in plumbing and heating systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements

Journeyman Plumber's License

Valid Massachusetts Drivers License, Class D

Knowledge, Ability and Skill

Thorough knowledge of the tools, techniques, equipment, and procedures, including all safety procedures, used to maintain plumbing and heating systems, pipefitting and pneumatic controls.

Ability to operate and maintain motor equipment, power tools and hand tools. Ability to interact in an effective manner with fellow employees, managers, other agencies, regulators, and vendors. Ability to read, write, and speak English. Ability to read plans and diagrams.

Problem-solving skills. Skill in operation of required equipment and tools.

Physical Requirements

Strenuous physical effort is generally required to perform duties. The employee is frequently required to use hands to operate equipment, walk, stand, speak, hear, reach with hands and arms, balance, crouch, crawl, stoop, and climb. Stamina is required to work in adverse environmental conditions. Required to work in confined spaces and lift or move items weighing up to 30 pounds. Physical ability is required to use power and hand tools. Vision requirements include the ability to read routine documents.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Code : 31-1

Location : MAINTENANCE

Grade : ATP - 680 UNION

Group : 680 UNION

Job Class : PLUMBER

Posting Start : 07 / 01 / 2024

Posting End : 02 / 28 / 2025

Details : Applicant Tracking Portal

Salary : $61,059 - $82,810