Plumber, (B253154-1), 204, Construction Maintenance

City of Laredo; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Laredo seeks a skilled Plumber to perform installations, maintenance, and repairs of plumbing systems throughout the city. Ideal candidates will possess a Texas Journeyman's License and have significant experience in plumbing practices, ensuring compliance with safety and plumbing codes.

Benefits

10 days paid vacation per year

6 1/2 days sick leave per year

Pension plan

16 paid Holidays

Paid health insurance

Dental plan

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Three years of plumbing experience is required.
• Must hold a valid Texas Journeyman Plumber's License.

Responsibilities

• Installs and repairs plumbing systems and fixtures.
• Conducts inspections and troubleshooting of existing plumbing.
• Tests installations for leaks and performs necessary repairs.

Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Plumbing Knowledge

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Job Description

Performs skilled plumbing work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems and equipment throughout the City. Inspects and troubleshoots systems; tests, locates problems, and repairs. Reads sketches and blueprints, as necessary.

Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Installs water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures; repairs to existing plumbing and gas system installations.
• Replaces, cleans, and makes repairs to flush valves, radiator valves, and faucets.
• Tests installations for leakage of liquid or gas.
• Removes stoppages from sewer lines with augers and snakes.
• Cuts, seams, threads, and caulks pipes.
• Prepares layouts and sketches of plumbing to be installed, to include irrigation systems.
• Tests and repairs water tempering valves, photo panels, metering valves, reduced pressure backflow prevention devices, pressure regulators, and other specialty plumbing valves, pumps, fixtures, and equipment.
• Installs and repairs irrigation systems.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge Of

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

• Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and material of the plumbing trade.
• Knowledge of plumbing practices in laying out and installing water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures.
• Knowledge of uniform plumbing codes.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations regarding sanitary plumbing and gas and steam installations.
• Knowledge of hydraulics as it relates to flow rates, pipe sizes and pressures.
• Knowledge of building and fire codes as they relate to residential and commercial buildings.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to prepare estimates of time and materials.
• Ability to work from drawings or blueprints and other specifications.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Required to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
  
  

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Frequently

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Confined space
  
  

Often

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Vehicles
• Warehouse environment
  
  

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Communicable diseases
  
  

Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
  
  

Sometimes

• Fumes or airborne particles
  
  

Often

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
  
  

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never

• National travel
• International travel
  
  

Seldom

• Regional travel
  
  

Often

• Local travel
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least three (3) years of plumbing experience.
  
  

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Required Licenses Or Certifications

• Valid Texas Journeyman Plumber's License is required.
• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
  
  

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at [phone] two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid Holidays
• Paid health*
• Dental plan*
• Life insurance*
  
  

*30 day waiting period

For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: www.cityoflaredohr.com under Employee Benefits

01

Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?

• I am a full-time City of Laredo employee
• I am a part-time City of Laredo
• I am not a full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee
  
  

02

What is your highest level of education?

• Some High School
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
• 30 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• 60 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
• PhD from an accredited college or university
• Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university
• Other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
• None of the above
  
  

03

Do you have at least three (3) years of plumbing experience?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you performed plumbing or related experience with: Note: Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process.]]]

05

Do you have a valid Journeyman Plumber's License? (Note: If you answered "Yes" to this question, please make sure you attach a copy of your license to your application) (Failure to thoroughly and accurately provide this information in the indicated section may result in your application not being processed)

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

I understand that failure to complete ALL sections of my application, including the "Driver License" (if appicable), "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), "Agency-Wide Questions", and "Job Specific Supplemental Questions" will result in my application not being processed.

• I have read and understood the above information.
• I have read and do not understand the above information. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation.
• Required Question