Plumber

Metro Nashville Airport Authority•Nashville, TN

5d•$28 - $48

About The Position

The Plumber is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, installing, and maintaining plumbing, irrigation systems, water and gas piping, fire suppression systems, mechanical systems, wastewater treatment systems, and motorized drive assemblies. Other responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance inspections on mechanical equipment to be in compliance with service, warranty, and maintenance standards and assists contractors in major emergency utility repair and performs other work as directed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Journeyman Plumbing certification, Plumbing certification or Military comparable or similar training.
2-4 years of related experience
Plumbing: Knowledge of procedures and equipment of plumbing, to include calculating volumes, areas, and flow rates to properly size water and drainage pipes.
Lock Out-Tag Out Procedures: Knowledge of lock out-tag out procedures for safeguarding employees from hazards.
Electrical Facilities and Equipment: Knowledge of local, state, and federal codes pertaining to electrical or airfield facilities and equipment.
Mechanical Systems: Knowledge of techniques and safety practices used in the installation and maintenance of mechanical systems.
Fire Safety Equipment: Knowledge of fire safety equipment, including the installation, maintenance, and testing of alarms and sprinklers.
Mathematics: Knowledge of standard calculations and mathematics.
Scheduling: Knowledge of developing and monitoring monthly work schedules.
Welding Trade: Knowledge of the methods, materials, and terminology used in brazing and soldering.
Communication: Skill in communicating effectively at all levels of the organization and with stakeholders, both orally and in writing.
Equipment Maintenance: Skill in identifying the need for and performing routine maintenance on equipment.
Hand Tools: Skill in using hand tools and equipment such as electric drills, saws, and jack hammers.
Relationship Building: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and professional working relationships with others.
Leadership: Skill in leading, taking charge, and offering opinions and direction.
Problem Solving: Skill in identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Blueprint Reading: Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints and other technical drawings such as schematics, ladder diagrams, and sketches.
Written Expression: Ability to use words and sentences in writing so others will understand.
Dependability: Acts reliably and responsibly with others.
Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Written Comprehension: Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Professionalism: Demonstrates professional behavior and appearance in all situations.
Receiving Direction: Skill in receiving and following written and oral direction.
Driving: Skill in operating a motor vehicle.
Safety and Security: Knowledge of equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote safety and security.
Innovation: Shows creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas and solutions for work related problems.
Computer Use: Skill in using Microsoft Windows operating system.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secure Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge.

Responsibilities

Performs preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment in compliance with service, warranty, and maintenance standards.
Inspects new plumbing installations including water systems, water heaters, circulating pumps, and electrical heating units.
Plans, coordinates, and installs plumbing and piping projects with little supervision.
Performs daily repairs of plumbing and piping systems, such as drainage waste and vents, non-potable water systems, and underground utilities.
Reads blueprints to determine proper operations of system and provide feedback during design and construction phase.
Practices safety rules related to plumbing.
Unclogs and cleans sanitary and storm drains; unclogs and cleans basin traps and water closets.
Services and repairs circulating pumps and tricherators; sewage and storm water lift stations.
Adjusts, repairs/replaces flushometer, vacuum breakers, leaking pipes, clean and repair sump pumps.
Repairs and replaces faucets, valves, check valves, etc.
Inspects and assists with maintenance and testing of fire protection systems.
Completes emergency shutoff of campus irrigation systems.
Assists in the cleaning of drain systems and sewer channels.
Operates sewer vac and jetter.
Performs soldering, brazing and welding.
Replaces and repairs paper towel dispensers, toilet paper dispensers, soap dispensing systems.
Performs maintenance on oil water separators.
Tests and repairs backflow preventors.
Assists others with dispatch activities on third shift, including monitoring dispatch phone, signing out keys, and processing forms needed by contractors.
Establishes working relationships and rapport with customers and team members.
Maintains regular and on-time attendance.
Follows all safety regulations.
Supports MNAA's commitment to its culture and values, including Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence (RISE).
Performs other duties as assigned.