Plumbing General Maintenance Worker

TechFlow, Inc.•Columbia, SC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

EMI Services is hiring a Plumbing GMW to perform basic plumbing, maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures and equipment in and around buildings requiring general skill and knowledge (but not proficiency) in the plumbing trade. Work involves a variety of the following duties: assembles, installs and repairs pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications and plumbing codes, studies building plans and working drawings to aid in the completion of general installation and repairs. Has a general knowledge of how water supply networks, waste and drainage systems are installed, repaired and maintained in accordance with established building codes. This list is not all inclusive and the Plumbing GMW primary responsibilities overall include performing general plumbing maintenance, preventative maintenance, and repairs on buildings and equipment in in the plumbing trade.

Requirements

General experience in maintaining, repairing, installing and operating plumbing systems to include pipes, traps, plumbing fixtures, back flow prevention systems, water and drain lines, pressure vessels and control systems
General knowledge of building architectural/structural elements including; alterations and repairs
General technical, interpersonal, and organizational skills; must have general knowledge using specialized plumbing machines and repair equipment including pro-press, jetter, and soldering techniques.
Follows verbal instructions and adheres to policies and procedures.
Adaptable and flexible in work situations.
Prioritizes tasks to ensure completion in a timely manner.
PRACTICES WORKPLACE SAFETY in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies.
Including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
High school diploma or equivalent
4+ years related experience and/or formal vocational/technical training in a variety of building and/or utility trades
Valid DL complaint with REAL ID Act or willing and able to obtain one
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
U. S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations

Nice To Haves

Formal apprenticeship

Responsibilities

Performs general repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged drains using specialized equipment (jetter), and may weld holding fixtures to steel structural members
May bend pipe to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine, or by placing pipe over block and bending it by hand under supervision
Assembles and installs valves, pipe fittings, and pipe composed of metal, pvc, fiberglass and vitrified clay
Joins pipe by use of bolted flanges, fittings, solder, plastic solvent, and caulks joints
Fills pipe system with water or air and reads pressure gauges to determine if the system is leaking
Installs and repairs general plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners under supervision
Perform other related duties as assigned
Inform the Utilities Supervisor of all pertinent problems, irregularities, and other important information within area of responsibility