General Mechanic (Plumber/Steamfitter)

About the role

The General Mechanic (Plumber/Steamfitter) is assigned to various programs and geographic areas, performing journeyman work in the plumbing/steamfitting trade. They also handle skilled and semiskilled duties within the maintenance series. This position requires substantial and specific knowledge and experience in plumbing and steamfitting.

Responsibilities

• Performs journeyman plumbing/steamfitting work in accordance with applicable codes and regulations, ensuring health and safety and all established trade and agency procedures are followed.
• Orders necessary replacement parts and equipment in accordance with all purchasing and buying procedures and regulations.
• Supervises other maintenance titles, including hourly personnel, on a daily basis as appropriate or in the repair, maintenance and installation of plumbing systems and equipment projects.
• Discusses problem with users, visually inspects fixtures or equipment, and uses appropriate test equipment to determine cause and location of trouble.
• Plans work procedures to make repairs and orders replacement parts, indicating quality and type and any other materials required.
• Makes necessary repairs or adjustments or directs others in performing such activities.
• Installs or directs the installation of plumbing fixtures and appliances following diagrams, codes, and previous experience.
• Plans and lays out the installation, alteration and repair of high and low pressure pipe systems that carry water, steam, air or other liquids or gases.
• Measures, cuts, threads and bends pipe to required angles.
• Joins piping by means of threaded, caulked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused or cemented joints.
• Tests pipe system for leaks by filling with liquid or air and reading pressure gauges.
• Operates and maintains assigned tools, machinery and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Trains others in trade skills and tasks to complete assigned projects.
• Reads and interprets plans, diagrams, architectural blueprints and specifications.
• Determines staff, equipment, and supplies needed to complete work.
• Communicates project needs to supervisor.
• Operates and maintains motor vehicles, other motorized equipment and a variety of construction equipment.
• Performs routine repairs and maintenance on equipment and facility structures.
• Prepares written material in a clear and concise manner.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local codes, standards, rules and regulations for position to which assigned.
• Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the trade to which assigned.
• Ability to operate and maintain assigned tools, machinery and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Working knowledge of skilled and semi-skilled trades.
• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to train others in trade skills and tasks to complete assigned projects.
• Ability to plan and schedule work, including determining staff, equipment, and supplies needed.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, architectural blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to supervise effectively and fill in for Supervisor when necessary to meet operational needs.
• Ability to work outside in various temperatures and inclement weather for extended periods of time.
• Ability to analyze project needs and communicate same to supervisor.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, other motorized equipment and a variety of construction equipment.
• Ability to perform routine repairs and maintenance on equipment and facility structures.
• Ability to make standard arithmetic computations to address the size and scale of various project details; and to calculate the quantity of materials and labor required to complete such project.
• Ability to get along with and interact well with different groups of people, including co-workers, management, both Federal and State personnel and the public utilizing the facility.
• Ability to follow directions, ensure follow through and completion of assignments and seek assistance or report concerns when needed.
• Ability to work comfortably at heights such as climbing ladders, working on scaffolds, platforms and lifts.
• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry heavy objects and equipment (50+ lbs).
• Ability to work in confined spaces in accordance with requirements.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Demonstrate reliability and trustworthiness.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Periodic travel will be required to other facilities; to attend training; or other requirements related to duties as needed. Travel may occur using different modes of transportation.
• Must successfully complete training for any required state and federal specific software and data systems such as SFS and SLMS.