On-Call Industrial Plumber & Maintenance Tech

Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission; Denver (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & prescription coverage

Dental & vision coverage

SERS retirement options

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Leave programs

Job summary

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission seeks a skilled plumber to install, maintain and repair plumbing facilities across multiple locations. You will read blueprints, handle piping systems and fixtures, and ensure code-compliant work. A strong background in plumbing trades and a valid driver’s license are required.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, boiler and heater work, leak testing and emergency response on a 24/7 basis. On-call duties and fieldwork are integral to this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Plumbing technical training at an accredited technical school and three years of plumbing experience; OR five years of documented plumbing experience.

Responsibilities

• Cuts, reams and threads pipe; solder copper pipes and fittings.
• Installs plastic pipes and fittings.
• Installs, maintains and repairs valves, faucets, traps, sinks and other sanitary fixtures.
• Installs fixture supports and hangers.
• Maintains piping systems by opening clogged pipes and traps; tests for leaks.
• Installs or repairs oil or gas-fired boilers, controls, burners and filters.
• Maintains steam traps, strainers, condensation motors and float switches.
• Maintains water meters, well pumps, water tanks and water heaters.
• Inspects and performs preventive maintenance of plumbing, sewage and heating systems at various PTC locations.
• Uses hand or power tools while working on piping systems, wrenching, moving fixtures and equipment and performing demolition work.
• Operates and maintains a variety of plumbing equipment. Inspects and ensures quality control of completed work.
• Installs, maintains, replaces, services and repairs plumbing pipes, indoor and outdoor, with proper fittings using code compliance methods.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches and prints.
• Lists the amount of time, materials and supplies used for a repair or construction project on the work order per project.
• Must be available on call 24/7/365 for emergency response.
• Utilizes a PTC radio system for transmitting and receiving information.
• Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Plumbing experience (3 yrs)

Plumbing experience (5 yrs)

Valid driver?s license

Education

Plumbing technical training (accredited)

Job description

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission seeks a skilled plumber to install, maintain and repair plumbing facilities across multiple locations. You will read blueprints, handle piping systems and fixtures, and ensure code-compliant work. A strong background in plumbing trades and a valid driver’s license are required.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, boiler and heater work, leak testing and emergency response on a 24/7 basis. On-call duties and fieldwork are integral to this role.