Plumber; Construction & Demolition Department

Plumber

Protecting Our Neighbors and the Environment

We are proud that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has recognized Detroit's demolition program as one of the safest in the country, due to the many steps we take to protect our residents and the environment. Under general supervision, performs the more difficult plumbing work involved in the maintenance, construction, alteration and repair of water, drainage, heating, gas, other industrial or commercial systems, and related fixtures, fittings and accessories.

• Studies and works from drawings, blueprints, rough sketches or oral instructions.
• Inspects structure to determine obstructions to be avoided.
• Selects appropriate fixtures and materials.
• Locates and marks positions of pipe, pipe connections, and passage holes.
• Cuts or bores openings in walls and floors to accommodate piping and pipe fittings.
• Cuts and threads pipe and bends pipe to proper angle.
• Assembles and installs valves and pipe fittings.
• Connects tubing and fittings.
• Squares tubing and fixtures.
• Wipes and test joints.
• Applies sealing compound and joins pipes in specified sequence.
• Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as lavatory and kitchen facilities, heating equipment, drinking and exhibition fountains and sprinkling systems.
• Repairs pipes, valves and traps of heating systems.
• Repairs and maintains plumbing including mending burst pipe and opening drains.
• Tests pipe systems for leaks.
• Taps water and sewer mains and laterals.
• Assists in general building maintenance work, as required.
• Performs duties in accordance with Department safety procedures including, but not limited to, the utilization of designated personal protective equipment.

Qualifications (required):

• High school graduation or GED.
• Completion of a United States Department of Labor registered plumber apprenticeship program.
• Two (2) years of experience in the construction, repair, maintenance and alteration of plumbing facilities to include water, sewer and heat systems and related fittings, fixtures and accessories.

Qualifications (preferred):

• Completion of trade related coursework.

Equivalency

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid State of Michigan Journeyman Plumber License required.
• Employees in this class will be required to provide the tools necessary to perform the work assigned and will be required, when necessary, to operate a motor vehicle; valid State of Michigan Operator License required.
• Candidates considered for placement in this classification at Wastewater Treatment Plant operations (WWTP) and Water Treatment Plants (WTP) are required by MIOSHA standards and Departmental policy to complete a health assessment questionnaire and pass a baseline physical.
• As a condition of employment at WWTP and WTP, candidates must pass a respiratory fit test and remain ready to wear a respirator during all work hours. Facial hair may interfere with the proper fit of the respirator which may make shaving of facial hair a requirement.
• Employees are required to pass an annual respiratory fit test. Baseline physicals may be repeated prior to the annual respiratory fit test when deemed appropriate.

Interview:

- 70%

Evaluation of Training, Experience, & Personal Qualifications (T.E.P.):

- 30%

Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P:

- 100%

Detroit Residency Credit:

- 15 Points

Veteran Points:

- 0-15 Points

LRD:

- 06/28/2024

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

:

• Knowledge of piping, fittings, valves and other accessories used in the trade.
• Knowledge of soldering, yarning, caulking, and wiping joints, service connections and other standard practices.
• Knowledge of the State and City Plumbing Codes.
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of plumbing construction.
• Skill in utilizing wrenches, dies, pipe cutters, and other tools of the trade.
• Skill in wiping joints.
• Skill in physical strength and mechanical dexterity.
• Ability to work from drawings, blueprints, rough sketches, or oral instructions.
• Ability to utilize initiative and resourcefulness in troubleshooting difficult problems of plumbing installation and maintenance.

Physical Demands

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities…