Journeyman Plumber - (26-FAC-204006-061)

District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority•Washington, DC

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyman Plumber is responsible for the maintenance, installation, repair, and modification of all piping and plumbing systems and equipment and 2 life safety functions throughout DC Water. This role involves performing installation and repair of piping/plumbing systems and equipment, including bathrooms, kitchens, and remodeling functions. The Journeyman Plumber will also keep all plumbing operable at outside pumping stations, install and replace hot water heaters, and repair/replace roof drains. A key responsibility is responding to plumbing emergencies on DC Water properties and maintaining two of DC Water’s Life Safety functions: backflow preventions (to ensure drinking water safety) and the Fire Safety System (which includes checking and resetting alarm panels, repairing and relocating sprinkler systems, delivering and hanging fire extinguishers, checking and maintaining fire pumps and smoke detectors, and inspecting/repairing emergency eye wash shower systems). The role also requires troubleshooting to identify causes of plumbing system problems, coordinating work with other trades, transporting materials and equipment, testing systems, providing guidance to less experienced employees, operating DC Water vehicles, maintaining vehicles and equipment, reporting deficiencies, flushing water lines and fountains, performing daily and monthly preventive maintenance, and complying with safety policies. The incumbent may be placed on call and will perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Four (4) years of experience related to installing, modifying, and repairing utility, supply, and disposal systems
High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate
Knowledge and skills to properly measure, cut, assemble, and repair piping systems and components of all types and materials
Knowledge of proper pipe support and restraint
Skill in operating and utilizing all tools and equipment of the trade
Knowledge, skill, and ability to troubleshoot and perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs to plumbing equipment
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (blueprints), maps, etc.
Ability to solder copper pipe
Must possess and maintain a valid DC Journeyman Plumber’s License
Must possess and maintain current certification as a Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester
Must possess and maintain current a valid Motor Vehicle Operating License and a DC Water Vehicle Endorsement.
English

Responsibilities

Performs installation and repair of piping/plumbing systems and equipment.
Installs bathrooms, kitchens, and performs remodeling functions.
Keeps all plumbing operable at the outside pumping stations.
Installs and replaces hot water heaters.
Repairs and/or replaces roof drains.
Responds to plumbing emergencies on DC Water properties.
Maintains 2 of DC Water’s Life Safety functions which includes backflow preventions (keeping drinking water safe and fit to drink) and Fire Safety System which consists of checking and resetting alarm panel; repairing and relocating sprinkle systems; delivering and hanging fire extinguishers; checking and maintaining fire pumps and smoke detectors; inspecting and repairing emergency eye wash shower system; etc.
Performs a variety of troubleshooting requirements to ascertain the cause(s) of problems and/or malfunctions of the plumbing system.
Coordinates work with other trades and operational personnel if needed.
Transport materials and equipment to job site and performs repairs and/or installations.
Tests systems and repair equipment for proper operation.
Provides guidance and instruction to less experienced employees.
Operates DC Water vehicles as an essential function of the position.
Maintains vehicles and/or equipment in a clean and orderly manner.
Reports any operating deficiencies to the appropriate DC Water personnel.
Flushes water lines and water fountains.
Performs daily and monthly preventive maintenance and makes minor repairs to a variety of equipment and systems.
Complies with the Authority’s occupational safety and health policies and procedures.
The incumbent is subject to being placed on call during hours and schedule identified by DC Water.
Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the discretion of the supervisor.