Plumber Foreman - BID

Chicago Park District • Chicago, IL

6d

About The Position

Under general supervision, directs a crew of workers responsible for the installation, alteration, maintenance and repair of water, waste and vent pipes, plumbing fixtures and accessories. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Five years’ experience as a plumber, two of which should be in a supervisory capacity, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required.
• Licensed by the City of Chicago Board of Plumbing Examiners.
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of plumbing.
• Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the plumbing trade.  Considerable knowledge of mathematics as applied to the plumbing trade.
• Skill in the use and care of the tools and equipment of the plumbing trade.
• Ability to work from sketches, blueprints and broken parts.
• Ability to work with plumbing materials and accessories.
• Ability to communicate effectively with public, park staff and other trades people.
• Ability to supervise employees.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a crew of workers engaged in plumbing work for the Park District.
• Directs crews work in accordance with prescribed plumbing plans and specifications.
• Supervises the installation and repair of the following types of fixtures: fountains, water closets, kitchen sinks, lavatories, service sinks, showers, wash basins, urinals.
• Supervises the installation, repair or replacement of fittings and valves using the following equipment: tubing cutter, pipe cutter, torches, plastic welder, box wrench, crescent wrench, channel locks, electric drills, pipe wrench, resonator, screwdriver, socket wrench.
• Supervises the installation, replacement or repair of Lead Service Lines, Water main, and water service.
• Reviews and approves time and attendance reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed