Water Operations - Plumber

Pittsburgh Water • Pittsburgh, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Plumber repairs, replaces, and maintains piping, valves, controls, and plumbing fixtures in new and existing Authority structures connected to water treatment plants, eleven pump stations, and thirteen storage facilities. The role also maintains water, waste, gas, and vent lines; restroom facilities; drinking fountains; fire lines; and chemical lines in accordance with the Allegheny County Plumbing Code.

The position works Wednesday through Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and requires availability for all three shifts, weekends, and holidays. The employee may need to remain on duty beyond normal hours or be recalled during emergencies or other extended periods. The role receives supervision directly from the Plumbing Foreman and has no direct reports.

Requirements

• Present a current, valid Allegheny County Health Department Journeyman Plumbing License at application and maintain it throughout employment.
• Present a current, valid Class C (Class 1) Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Operator’s License at application or before appointment, and maintain a valid driver’s license throughout employment.
• Have extensive knowledge of plumbing trade materials, tools, equipment, and procedures at Journeyman competency level, as well as related safety hazards and precautions.
• Be able to read and use blueprints and project plans, make mathematical computations, and create field sketches identifying problems.
• Be able to follow oral and/or written instructions.
• Be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, associates, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Be able to lift heavy objects and walk and stoop for extended periods in all-weather environments.
• Be able to perform heavy work, including lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds, and regularly operate a pickup truck, van, and related equipment.
• Be available to work all three shifts, weekends, and holidays, and remain on duty beyond normal hours or be recalled during emergencies or other extended periods.
• Pass a performance and/or written examination if required.
• Successfully pass required post-offer physical examination and drug screening, if required, as well as the stated background investigation and applicable SAM or successor-system search.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace water lines and gas lines damaged by the Authority.
• Remove and install water meters at private customer locations according to Authority policies and procedures.
• Provide temporary water service to city property owners when normal service is interrupted.
• Respond on a 24-hour basis to emergencies involving gas, water, compressed air, chlorine lines, sewer, waste, and water supply.
• Maintain records and prepare accurate reports as requested or required.
• Drill and tap new and existing service connections when requested or required, and make field sketches identifying problems encountered.
• Work all three shifts.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.
• Repair, replace, and maintain piping, valves, controls, plumbing fixtures, and related lines and facilities at Authority structures.

What This Job Offers

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