Plumber, (B273154-2), 204, Construction Maintenance

City of Laredo•Laredo, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled plumbing work installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems and equipment throughout the City of Laredo. Inspects and troubleshoots systems, tests and locates problems, makes repairs, and reads sketches and blueprints as needed. The position may also perform job-related tasks beyond those specifically listed. The employee must comply with City policies and procedures and function in a principle-based organization built on character and core values.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of plumbing experience.
Valid Texas Journeyman Plumber's License.
Valid Texas Driver License; applicants with an out-of-state license must obtain a Texas Driver License within six months of employment.
Knowledge of standard plumbing trade practices, methods, tools, and materials; plumbing layouts and installation; uniform plumbing codes; trade hazards and safety precautions; applicable sanitary plumbing, gas, and steam installation laws and regulations; hydraulics; and relevant building and fire codes.
Ability to estimate time and materials; work from drawings, blueprints, and specifications; plan and organize; follow supervisor directions; and direct assigned staff.
Ability to perform strenuous and routine work and maintain the health and physical condition needed to perform the duties.
Ability to maintain a good driving record and effective working relationships, respond to public complaints, and represent the City professionally.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English and orally in Spanish.
Must comply with City of Laredo policies and procedures.
Applicants offered employment must complete a background check and provide certified school transcripts; selected applicants must undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. Safety-sensitive employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Applicants with education completed outside the United States must provide an evaluation from a NACES- or AICE-member credential evaluation agency verifying U.S. equivalency and comparable degree level.

Responsibilities

Install water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures, and repair existing plumbing and gas system installations.
Replace, clean, and repair flush valves, radiator valves, and faucets.
Test installations for leaks of liquid or gas.
Clear sewer-line stoppages using augers and snakes.
Cut, seam, thread, and caulk pipes.
Prepare plumbing layouts and sketches, including for irrigation systems.
Test and repair water tempering valves, photo panels, metering valves, reduced-pressure backflow prevention devices, pressure regulators, and other specialty plumbing valves, pumps, fixtures, and equipment.
Install and repair irrigation systems.
Help maintain good communication with staff, visitors, and other business contacts, and follow telephone courtesy rules.
Perform other duties as assigned.