Plumber

Memphis Shelby County Schools•Memphis, TN

3d•$34 - $42

About The Position

Works under general supervision to perform journeyman-level plumbing work. The role repairs and maintains plumbing systems; evaluates layout plans and cost estimates related to plumbing; installs new plumbing; repairs existing plumbing fixtures; performs minor rebuilding tasks; and repairs or replaces miscellaneous plumbing equipment. The plumber also repairs gas-fired appliances and piping. The position assembles, installs, and repairs heating, water, and drainage systems, including gas and hot and cold potable-water piping, in accordance with specifications and plumbing codes. It involves reviewing building plans and blueprints, inspecting structures for obstructions, cutting, threading, and bending pipe, and installing valves, fittings, and fixtures. The plumber uses specialized and common tools, maintains plumbing fixtures and equipment, cleans the work area, and responds to emergency situations when requested. The position works in either Zone 2 or Zone 4.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four years of related experience.
Memphis and Shelby County Journeyman Plumber’s license.
Valid driver’s license.
Proof of education, training, and/or experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Class A gas license preferred.

Responsibilities

Assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures for heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes, including gas and hot and cold potable-water piping.
Study building plans and blueprints to determine areas for pipe repair and installation.
Inspect structures for obstructions and avoid weakening structures when installing or repairing pipes.
Cut and thread pipe to correct measurements and bend pipe.
Use specialized and common tools.
Assemble and install valves and pipe fittings, and install pipe made of metal, plastic, and non-metal materials such as glass and vitrified clay.
Install and repair plumbing fixtures and equipment, including sinks, commodes, showers, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, water softeners, hot air heaters, and backflow devices.
Repair and maintain plumbing by replacing washers, mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.
Clean the work area.
Respond to emergency situations when requested.
Perform other related duties as assigned or directed.
Repair gas-fired appliances and piping.
Evaluate plumbing layout plans and cost estimates.
Perform minor rebuilding tasks and repair or replace miscellaneous plumbing equipment.