Maintenance Technician V-Plumber; Foreman; SY

Job Posting

An employee in this class is responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair of water and waste disposal systems, and provides on-site leadership. The employee receives work assignment and plans a sequence of steps. Employees are expected to perform routine work independently. New or unusual assignments are accompanied by more detailed instructions and the employee is expected to resolve most problems. Some errors may be revealed while work is in progress;

however, other may not be detected until after work is completed. The employee works with limited supervision and may supervise small groups of employees, functioning as the crew leader.

Illustrative examples of work include:

• Measures, cuts, threads, assembles, and installs pipes and tubing.
• Connects valves, caulks joints, and tests finished job by allowing water to flow through.
• Installs water, sanitary fixtures and equipment with supports, hangers, or foundations.
• Analyzes defects or malfunctions in plumbing systems.
• Eliminates leaks by repacking valves or by replacing faulty fittings or sections in line.
• Replaces worn parts.
• Performs related duties as required. Assigns work to crew members.
• Makes corrections as needed. Observes work in progress.
• Demonstrates desired skills.
• Reports outstanding or unsatisfactory work and behavior.

Knowledge, skills and abilities include:

• Working knowledge of the techniques, methods, tools, and safety precautions of the plumbing trade.
• Skill in the use of tools, materials, and equipment used in plumbing work.
• Ability to provide leadership to employees in this class.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral or written instructions.

Suggested training and experience includes considerable experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and waste disposal systems.

Special requirements include the employee or agency holding a plumbing license based on state requirements, NC P-1.