Plumber

OVERALL PURPOSE OF JOB

To provide a quality service to our clients and tenants, the plumber is responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining pipes, fixtures and other plumbing appliances used for heating/hot water distributions and waste water disposal in mainly residential properties and occassionally on commercial and industrial buildings.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITES AND

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Install, repair and maintain plumbing systems and components

1. Conduct works on general pipework via various methods e.g. soldering using blow torches,cement, plastic solvents, couplings or caulking

2. Install, repair amd maintain water treatment equipment, piping and controls e.g. Power

3. Install and commission radiators and hot water circuits when required

4. Test pipe system and fixtures for leaks by filling with water or air and observing

5. Identify required tools and special equipment

6. Assemble and install valves, heating controls and fittings external to boilers

7. Select the type and size of pipe required

8. Locate and mark positions for pipe installations,connections and fixtures

9. Cut openings to accomodate pipes and pipe fittings using hand and power tools

10. Install, repair and maintain plumbing fixtures, appliances and trims

11. Drain down and fill open vented and sealed heating systems

12. Work on above ground soil stacks

13. Perform shceduled maintenance service on plumbing systems and fixtures

14. Prepare orders for suppliers and hand over to Parts Coordinator/relevant person

15. Fill out relevant paperwork as and when required

16. Schedule work in cooperation with other trades and suppliers

Health & Safety:

17. Ensure all Health & Safety standards set by the company and other relevant bodies are adhered to at all times and that all work is carried out within current statutory regulations.

18. To wear protective clothing and equipment as issued and as necessary.

19. To ensure the cleanliness of the vehicle.

20. To ensure the security and correct operation of equipment supplied, i.e. Tools, vehicles

Other Duties:

21. To ensure your timesheets are filled out correctly, on a daily basis and signed off by the relevant person.

22.To act in a polite and professional manner at all times especially when dealing with members of the public.

23. To work overtime as can be reasonably required.

24. To help out in any other duties as and when required in order to meet the needs of the business, e.g. Occassionally you will be required to work for the Company's Construction Division installing sanitaryware, kitchens sinks etc