DPW Plumbing Crew

JOB SUMMARY

The Department of Public Works (DPW) Plumbing Crew assists the DPW Plumbing Leads and DPW Water & Plumbing Operations Manager to facilitate the plumbing needs of the BRC Playa operations. They will install, maintain, and repair potable water tanks, gray water tanks, sinks, water heaters, showers, igloo filling stations, and other plumbing systems on Playa. They will work with the Plumbing Leads to de‑winterize equipment and tanks at the beginning of the event cycle and strike and prepare equipment for storage at Burning Man’s staging facilities at the end of the event cycle.

This temporary, ineligible for benefits role is:

• From August – September:
  Full‑Time, Non‑Exempt, based on‑site out of Black Rock City, Nevada.

• Work independently and with the plumbing crew to install, sanitize, maintain, troubleshoot, and disassemble potable and gray water systems for BRC departments.
  • Interface with user groups, emphasizing a willingness to be flexible to their needs.
  • Provide feedback on team logistics; maintain clear communication with the DPW Water & Plumbing Team.
  • Collaborate with Plumbing Volunteers; share techniques and best practices as necessary.
  • Work with the Plumbing Team to de‑winterize equipment and tanks at the beginning of the event cycle as well as strike, inventory, and assist with winterization of plumbing equipment and materials for storage at Burning Man’s staging facilities at the end of the event cycle.

• Maintain continuity in documentation, reports and tracking standards outlined by the DPW Utilities Superintendent.
• Assist the DPW Plumbing Quartermaster in keeping a basic inventory of all materials.
• Keep regular, accurate, and up‑to‑date logs of work progress and material usage.
• Relay relevant updates on workflow and material needs to the DPW Water & Plumbing Operations Manager and/or the Plumbing Team so they can be accounted for in a timely manner.
• Prepare written feedback for the DPW Utilities Superintendent describing the successes of the season, areas in need of improvement and suggestions with the purpose of improved overall efficiency for the next year.

• Collaborate and communicate daily with relevant Burning Man Departments, Crew Managers and Vendors.
  • Work with the DPW Water & Plumbing Team on shared tasks and resources.
  • Educate users of plumbing systems about appropriate and safe water usage.
• Attend and support crew attendance at Team Meetings and DPW Morning Meetings.

• Maintain clear and respectful communication with the DPW Water & Plumbing Team, BRC Departments, Vendors, Participants, and Artists.
• Work with the DPW Water & Plumbing Team to plan and execute LNT and waste disposal plans.
• Help to establish and oversee the maintenance of a clean and safe worksite; ensure that all team members are provided with the necessary OSHA approved safety equipment.
• Review and understand the BRC Rain Contingency Plan and help to execute as directed.
• Read, understand, and abide by the rules and codes of conduct according to the Burning Man staff policies, protocols and behavioral standards.
• Help implement Burning Man’s Integrated Plan and work with all BRC departments to ensure water distribution and safety.
• Monitor personal well‑being, set realistic boundaries, and proactively address any concerns with management.
• Perform various other duties as assigned by DPW Management.

• Documentation – Drives the creation, publishing, and maintenance of process documentation related to assigned duties.
• Teaching – Takes a leadership role in the acculturation and training of staff. Teaches live or e‑learning classes, as requested. Promotes a culture of teaching and learning throughout the community.
• Mentoring – Mentors subordinates in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and experience that will allow them to advance in the organization. Aids, encourages, and inspires their team.
• Training development – Collaborates with the education team to develop training materials in their area of expertise, as requested.
• Learning – Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise,…