Building Maintenance Technician--Plumber

About the role

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, perform a variety of skilled plumbing tasks supporting the repair and maintenance of buildings and facilities; to troubleshoot, repair, replace and maintain plumbing fixtures, accessories and equipment; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility; assist in performing other skilled duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Install general plumbing systems and repair existing systems; install water piping, fire sprinkling systems and sewer mains and laterals.
• Troubleshoot and repair major plumbing breakdowns such as clogged drains and fixtures; clean out drains and remove obstructions from water systems.
• Repair and replace PVC, copper and galvanized pipes; solder and sweat copper joints and fitting; repair valves, ball cocks and faucets.
• Unplug and re-route water and control lines; service and repair circulating pumps and electrical timers.
• Maintain and repair plumbing fixtures on dishwashers, washing machines, toilets, sinks, drinking fountains and garbage disposals.
• Repair or replace gas lines, gas meters and valves; dig ditches and trenches as necessary; inspect, repair and install backflow prevention devices.
• Inspect, maintain and replace hot water heaters and loop systems; evaluate water levels, pressure and temperature.
• Read and interpret blueprints and sketches; ensure work is completed according to written specifications.
• Operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required.
• Estimate time, materials, and equipment required for the jobs assigned; requisition materials as required.
• Basic plumbing such as fixing leaking or unstopping toilets and drains.
• Respond to and resolve various emergency calls and routine calls for service.
• Plan, organize and lay out assigned tasks.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and four (4) years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses & Certifications

• Possession of a valid GA driver's license
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, journeyman's license

Skills & Abilities

• Estimate cost, labor and materials as necessary for replacement and repair of general plumbing.
• Read drawing and work from plans and specifications.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Use a variety of tools and machines used in the basic trades.

Working Conditions

Field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, electrical energy, adverse weather conditions; work or inspect in confined spaces, ability to work at heights; use scaffolding and ladders and operate machinery.

Physical Requirements

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; heavy, moderate or light lifting and carrying; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, climbing; operating motorized equipment and vehicles; near visual acuity to inspect equipment and machinery.

Pay

$21.25 - $25.00