Master Plumber

​ Austin Area Chamber of Co; Austin (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Austin Utilities seeks a full-time Master Plumber to support water mains and service installations and maintenance. Candidates must hold a Master Plumber license or obtain one within a year, with a minimum of three years' experience. This position offers a competitive hourly pay and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a Journeyman Plumber.
• Master Plumber license, or able to obtain within a year.

Responsibilities

• Support installation, replacement, and maintenance of water mains and services.
• Lead and direct personnel to complete projects.
• Troubleshoot water meters.

Skills

Knowledge of plumbing practices and codes

Proficiency with Personal Computers and technology

Effective communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Position Description
Austin Utilities is seeking a Master Plumber. You will perform a variety of skilled work in supporting the installation, replacement and maintenance of water mains and services, as well as installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of water meters. This includes leading and directing other personnel to complete projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent; and
• Three (3) years of experience as a Journeyman Plumber, currently holding a Master Plumber license, or able to obtain within one (1) year of hire. Experience with both water and natural gas plumbing.

Position Description
Austin Utilities is seeking a Master Plumber. You will perform a variety of skilled work in supporting the installation, replacement and maintenance of water mains and services, as well as installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of water meters. This includes leading and directing other personnel to complete projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent; and
• Three (3) years of experience as a Journeyman Plumber, currently holding a Master Plumber license, or able to obtain within one (1) year of hire. Experience with both water and natural gas plumbing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of plumbing practices and codes.
• Skill (proficiency) with Personal Computers, technology and applications to complete job tasks, to include AMI, Customer Information Systems, Work Order and Inventory Management software.
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule; mechanical ability; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.

Special Requirements

• Must be willing to accept overtime assignments and work in inclement weather.
• Submit to Department of Transportation required pre-employment, random and post-accident required drug, alcohol and cannabis testing.
• Complete any required courses or training as assigned.
• Meet the 20-mile proximity requirement from employee’s home to Austin Utilities Energy Park office.
• Successfully complete all modules for covered tasks required for this position under Austin Utilities’ Operator Qualifications Manual.

Pay range: $36.80 - $52.58 per hour. Position is full-time with excellent benefits package.
How to apply: Please complete Austin Utilities’ Application for Employment located on our website at: https://www.austinutilities.com. Please forward your application and resume to: Email: [e-mail] or US Mail: Austin Utilities, Attn: Human Resources, 1908 14 th St NE, Austin, MN 55912. EEO