Plumber - Journey

Department

Facility Maintenance

The Plumber
- Journey is responsible for the maintenance, inspection, operation and repair of the plumbing systems. Performs independent preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on plumbing and gas systems.

• Installs, maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots general plumbing systems and components to include toilets, urinals, faucets, drains, water fountains, vacuum systems, and compressed units.
• Operates and conducts routine preventive maintenance on College vehicles; notifies appropriate personnel of any vehicle maintenance required.
• Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat exchangers and water heaters.
• Repairs and replaces pneumatic steam valves, radiator valves, traps, and steam and condensate pipes.
• Repairs and replaces domestic hot water heat pumps, chilled water pumps, sump pumps, sewage pumps and booster pumps.
• Installs, tests, and repairs all sizes of backflow prevention devices.
• Troubleshoots and repairs steam, water, and gas utility distribution systems.
• Performs scheduled maintenance and preventive maintenance service on plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Ensures all requirements as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures are met.
• Ensures all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported and graded.
• Ensures all installations, repairs and maintenance meet the requirements of the appropriate codes.
• Ensures all installations, repairs and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Uses the college's work order system (CMMS) to note time spent and the work performed relative to specific work request.
• Assists the supervisor with responding to emergency plumbing calls such as gas leaks, broken water lines, backed up and clogged drains, irrigation line electrical and water broken lines, evaluates situation and takes corrective action.
• Prepares work order material by pulling from stock to meet technical and trade requirements.
• Adheres to safety and health regulations.
• Communicates frequently with city employees and vendors.
• Trains and supervises Plumber
  - Apprentice.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least four (4) years of related work experience in the plumbing field, preferred.

• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, the Windows environment, and internet research skills.
• Knowledge of plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair skills.
• Knowledge of steam, water, and natural gas distribution systems maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of published guidelines and Texas plumbing codes.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and complete multiple tasks with attention to detail, within stated deadlines.
• Ability to work independently as well as a team player within department and with others.
• Ability to adapt to constant change and periods of fast‑paced, high‑intensity work situations.
• Must be willing and able to work various hours, various locations, and rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, College closures, and holidays, as needed.
• Ability to travel throughout the College district daily.
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving the vision and mission of South Texas College.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to apply practical understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.