City of Fairmont, WV-posted 7 months ago
$38,508 - $38,508/Yr
Full-time
Fairmont, WV
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

This is skilled manual work involving pipe fitting within the water & sewer field services department; work involves the efficient plumbing and pipefitting practices in repairing and installing lines, taps, hydrants, and related appurtenances; operates necessary tools and equipment used in repair process; assists other personnel in troubleshooting the system and recommends solutions to known problems; may lead subordinates on specific jobs; completes daily reports as required by supervisor; works more than 40 hours when emergency exists or when necessary and works with knowledge of exposure to fumes, odors, dust and with a risk of bodily injury and in various weather conditions; shall be on call when necessary.

  • Installs fittings, valves, pipe hydrants and other appurtenances or components relative to a potable water transmission and distribution system.
  • Operates crew vehicles and dump trucks as required.
  • Operates tapping equipment, pipe saws, miscellaneous tools, etc. used in maintenance and repair work.
  • Responsible for inventory of tools, fittings, material, etc. on assigned vehicle.
  • Performs minor maintenance on equipment and vehicle when required.
  • Assists in troubleshooting the system and recommends methods of repair.
  • Completes required daily reports.
  • When not pipefitting, works as a laborer or semi-skilled laborer.
  • Refers any mechanical problems with vehicles to supervisor.
  • Advises supervisor of problems and needs of the department.
  • On occasional or relief basis or as training for future operation of more complex equipment, operates backhoe, end loader, etc.
  • Responsible for cleanliness and light maintenance of assigned equipment.
  • Does all other work as assigned.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience as a plumber/pipefitter or 3 years' experience and training in knowledge of pipefitting.
  • Must possess a valid Class B CDL with tanker and air brakes endorsements or must obtain CDL permit within 180 days and a CDL license with air brakes and tanker endorsement within one year of hire date.
  • Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities is also acceptable.
  • Full-time employment
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
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