Plumber

Air Education and Training Command • Lackland AFB, TX

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About The Position

The Plumber performs full journey-level plumbing work, independently installing, repairing, modifying, and maintaining utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment, including sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems; water closets, tubs, showers, backflow prevention devices and assemblies; and fire sprinkler systems. The work includes planning and completing projects from initial layout through final assembly, interpreting building plans, specifications, blueprints, sketches, plumbing guides and codes, and applying shop mathematics.

The position troubleshoots and tests plumbing systems and equipment, including backflow and cross-connection devices. It uses and maintains a range of plumbing tools and equipment and follows established safety rules, ensuring required safety equipment fits properly and the work area remains safe and clean. The employee may train or guide other personnel. The position requires driving a motor vehicle and a valid driver’s license; shift work may be required. It is designated for initial and periodic short-notice drug testing under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.

Work takes place indoors and outdoors and is usually dirty, dusty, and greasy. Outdoor repairs and installations may be performed in bad weather, and work may occasionally involve bad-smelling fumes. The employee may be exposed to possible broken bones and is frequently exposed to possible scrapes, burns, and infections. Safety equipment and personal protective equipment may be required.

The job has no education qualification requirement. Applicants must meet the OPM WG-4200 Plumbing and Pipelifting Group qualification standard and demonstrate the ability to perform WG-4206 Plumber work without more than normal supervision. Qualification emphasis is on the quality of experience and training rather than a specified length of time.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Must meet OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C requirements for the WG-4200 Plumbing and Pipelifting Group and demonstrate the ability to perform WG-4206 Plumber work without more than normal supervision.
• Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, operation, and repair, including system routing, placement, slant, slope, and fall, and technical practices for planning, laying out, installing, modifying, troubleshooting, and repairing systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices.
• Skill in installing, modifying, and repairing new and existing utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment without more than normal supervision.
• Skill in using and maintaining tools and equipment such as rules, levels, plumb bobs, dividers, gauges and meters, drain-cleaning devices, hydrostatic pumps, and torches.
• Skill in troubleshooting difficult-to-detect leaks and operating problems.
• Ability to use shop mathematics, take measurements, and lay out angles, arcs, and circles.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the work, including standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, working in uncomfortable positions, and frequently lifting or carrying equipment weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted and over 40 pounds with assistance.
• Must pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing.
• Must serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period, depending on appointment type; continued employment after that period requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Must use direct deposit as a federal employee.
• Must meet the requirements of the DoD Priority Placement Program provisions applicable to the position.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, repair, and maintain utility, supply, and disposal systems and equipment, including sewage, water, oil, and gas distribution systems.
• Install, modify, repair, and maintain plumbing fixtures and systems, including water closets, tubs, backflow prevention devices and assemblies, fire sprinkler systems, and showers.
• Plan and complete plumbing work from initial layout through final assembly, interpreting plans, specifications, blueprints, sketches, plumbing guides, and codes and using shop mathematics.
• Troubleshoot and test plumbing systems and equipment, including backflow prevention and cross-connection devices.
• Use and maintain plumbing tools and equipment.
• Follow safety rules and procedures, use required safety equipment and clothing, and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• As required, train or guide other personnel in plumbing duties.
• Drive a motor vehicle as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package with access to benefits for the employee and family; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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