Plumber Journeyman

San Angelo ISD • San Angelo, TX

1d • $19 - $28

About The Position

Assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Plumber Journeyman License
• Valid Texas driver’s license
• Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques
• Knowledge of plumbing codes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
• Ability to use hand and power tools
• One year experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience; clear driving record

Responsibilities

• Study building plans and work drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations.
• Inspect structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe.
• Locate and mark position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors.
• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
• Cut and thread pipe.
• Bend pipe to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine or by placing pipe over block and bending it by hand.
• Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metals, such as iron, steel, brass, and lead, and nonmetals, such as glass, vitrified clay, and plastic.
• Join pipes by use of screws, bolts, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulks joints.
• Fill pipe system with water or air and read pressure gauges to determine whether system is leaking.
• Install and repair plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners.
• Repair and maintain plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged drains.
• Weld holding fixtures to steel structural members.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and immediately report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor.
• Participate in professional learning, staff meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Articulate the district’s mission and goals to the community and solicit community support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees