Plumber-Intermediate

UT Health San Antonio • San Antonio, TX

5d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Plumber is responsible for providing skilled craftsmanship and assisting with duties related to the assignment. The position installs, maintains, remodels, repairs, and services plumbing systems in buildings, including plumbing and sewer work. It also involves testing heating equipment for safety and performing related minor carpentry, digging, and cleanup.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of chemicals and diagrams, and ability to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of all phases of plumbing and sewer work.
• Knowledge of sanitation requirements, rules, and regulations.
• Knowledge and ability to use measuring and testing devices, hand tools, and power tools.
• Basic math abilities, mechanical aptitude, and basic computer skills.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned plumbing tasks, including installation, maintenance, remodeling, repair, and servicing of plumbing systems.
• Perform plumbing work in the construction, alteration, repair, and maintenance of buildings.
• Install pipes, sinks, traps, washbowls, toilet fittings, drains, special laboratory sinks, and drain tables.
• Repair and maintain valves, faucets, traps, sinks, and vents.
• Connect hot water heaters, gas heaters, and furnaces, and test them for safety.
• Repair sewer pipes.
• Unstop clogged lines.
• Perform minor carpentry, digging, and cleanup duties related to the assignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED