Plumber

MOS Code

12K (Army); 704 (Coast Guard)

A high school diploma or GED, or higher and two (2) years of journey level plumbing experience.

Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state. Some positions may require a Texas Backflow Prevention Tester Certification or a Texas journey level plumbing license by time of appointment.

Under general supervision, perform and undertake a variety of plumbing construction, repair or maintenance duties, tasks, assignments, projects and related work.

• Review, assess, repair and/or install water lines, fixtures, pipes, valves, drains, water heaters and other related equipment.
• Assess need of project/assignment; identify, undertake, recommend and/or oversee materials, supplies, equipment and/or parts purchase and inventory.
• Repair, replace, install piping, valves, fixtures and other items.
• Inspect property/location.
• Repair and/or provide preventative maintenance services.
• Clean pipes, test and validate results.
• Operate standard to specialized equipment utilized to perform duties.
• Read, understand, interpret and apply blue prints, schematics, building plans and similar documents.
• Maintain/update files, records, reports and logs.

Install new and/or enhanced equipment and/or systems.

• Identifying/recommending/researching costs, parts, supplies, equipment and material needs.
• Identify costs.
• Gather materials and supplies.
• Coordinate plumbing service needs and schedules with other trades, vendors, contractors, departments and others.
• Perform manual labor and/or direct others assigned to assist.
• As assigned/authorized, may direct laborers/trades helpers and/or others in routine, non-personnel areas.
• Participate in or make recommendations on personnel-related matters.
• Participate in director/delegation of work, review/inspection/acceptance of work, training/development of employees, and other assigned responsibilities.