Plumber

Plumber

PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission:
To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position:

Under general supervision the Plumber performs a variety of technical tasks related to installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing heating, water and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes.

Typical duties include:

• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces all types of plumbing fixtures
• Clears all types and sizes of drains
• Repairs all types of water and sewer lines
• Inspects structure to ascertain obstructions
• Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections
• Cuts and threads pipe
• Bends pipe to required angle
• Cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe
• Installs valves, pipe fittings and pipes
• Joins pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder and plastic solvent
• Fills pipe system with water or air and reads pressure gauges
• Studies building plans and working drawings
• Frequent travel between facilities
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned

Minimum qualifications include:

• Advanced knowledge of the tools, equipment and materials common to the plumbing trade
• Advanced knowledge of applicable plumbing codes
• Basic knowledge of the mechanics of operation of equipment such as pumps, boilers, heaters and other plumbing components
• Skilled in the installation, repair and maintenance of all types of plumbing systems
• Five years of progressively responsible plumbing experience
• General computer knowledge to operate word processing, spreadsheet and internet software applications
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to build effective working relationships with staff, customers, and others
• Knowledge of ISO 9000 preferred

Physical requirements include:

• Ability to maneuver to and around equipment
• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and reach
• Ability to climb stepstools or ladders
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds

Work environment includes:

• Work performed at a customer's location in office, shop, warehouse, or outdoor environment
• May require driving to and from worksite locations
• Equipment can be located in crawl spaces, rooftops, and outside facility
• Employees may be exposed to hazardous and/or toxic substances, electrical shock, noise from equipment, and depending on external weather conditions, wind, rain, cold, and heat

At PRIDE, we make a difference in the lives of many, one job at a time.