Maintenance Mechanic II - Sheriff Plumber

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County•Nashville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Non-Civil Service position located with the Davidson County Sheriff's Office. Leads and performs a variety of maintenance, repair, and alteration work on buildings, mechanical systems, and structures, specializing in plumbing systems. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

High School Diploma and minimum of five (5) years of commercial plumbing experience.
Valid "Class D" Driver License may be required for some positions in this classification.
All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.
Knowledge of equipment, methods, and tools used in the maintenance and repair of industrial, correctional, or mechanical equipment.
Knowledge of lockout/tag-out protocols.
Knowledge of building safety codes and requirements.
Knowledge of electrical circuits and devices related to building maintenance.
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and repair of commercial plumbing systems and related building equipment.
Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry methods.
Knowledge of fabricating equipment parts to meet specialty needs or replace parts.
Ability to repair and maintain commercial plumbing systems, water distribution systems, sanitary drainage systems, and related building equipment.
Ability to repair and maintain furniture, doors, windows, and related hardware.
Ability to use hand and power tools, safety equipment, and related maintenance equipment.
Ability to read, write, and do math at the 12th-grade level.
Ability to use judgment and take initiative.
Ability to plan details of work.
Ability to give and follow instructions.
Ability to lead or train employees.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman Plumber License or equivalent plumbing certification preferred or required in accordance with applicable state and local regulations.

Responsibilities

Leads and performs preventative maintenance on plumbing systems.
Inspects and repairs water supply and drain lines.
Replaces worn valves, faucets, fixtures, and plumbing components.
Clears and repairs drains, sewer lines, and traps.
Maintains domestic water systems and related equipment.
Installs, repairs, and maintains pumps, motors, water heaters, backflow devices, and piping systems.
Installs, repairs, and troubleshoots commercial plumbing systems and related equipment.
Diagnoses failures in plumbing systems and initiates necessary repairs.
Provides technical assistance with the design and implementation of plumbing systems.
Reads and interprets instructions, blueprints, specifications, and safety procedures associated with plumbing work.
Works with domestic water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and related mechanical systems.
Reads and understands local plumbing and building codes.
Repairs and maintains building fixtures, furniture, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Completes repair work utilizing hand and power tools.
Repairs and maintains toilets, sinks, water fountains, drainage pipes, and associated plumbing fixtures.
Installs and repairs pumps, motors, valves, piping, and related plumbing equipment.
Replaces or repairs electrical switches, fixtures, and related systems.
Replaces parts in any motorized or electrical machinery.
Replaces or installs doors, locks, windows, and related hardware.
Repairs furniture and related items.
May apply paint or do touch-up work on furniture.
Ensures that all building safety features are operational.
Inspects fire extinguishers as scheduled.
Checks alarm and/or sprinkler systems.
Checks for and reports signs of vandalism, theft, or break-ins.
Performs routine administrative duties.
Requisitions supplies and equipment.
Assists in establishing repair priorities.
Trains new employees.
Keeps simple records and makes reports.