Plumber - First Class

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Pension plan

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

SEPTA seeks a Plumber - First Class to join our facilities team in the Philadelphia region. You will assemble, install, repair, inspect, and test piping for heating, water, drainage, fire equipment and alarm systems according to codes and specs.

The ideal candidate is a high school graduate with extensive plumbing experience, a valid Philadelphia journeyman's card, and a valid driver's license. You may operate ladder and bucket equipment as required and perform shop drawings and material lists

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience installing, maintaining and repairing plumbing and related systems including heating; able to read drawings and prepare material lists.
• Must pass qualification tests: basic mathematics, blueprint reading, and use of plumbing hand tools.
• Valid Philadelphia journeyman's card and a valid driver's license; CDL permit required within 60 days of transfer.
• Will work from a bucket truck up to ~30 feet and climb a ~20-foot ladder during duties.

Responsibilities

• Installs and repairs plumbing in street water/sewer connections, ejectors, drains, sprinklers, gas/tank lines and associated equipment.
• Installs pipe insulation and brass/copper tubing and fittings and related equipment.
• Inspects and tests fire equipment and alarm systems; maintains grounds and vehicles.
• Installs and repairs brass and copper tubing and related fittings.

Skills

Plumbing installation

Plumbing repair

Blueprint reading

Layout work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Blue print reading tools

Job description

Secure Your Future with SEPTA – A Leader in Transportation!

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region. SEPTA is at the forefront of innovation in the transit industry, ensuring reliable and efficient services while driving economic growth in the Philadelphia region.

We Are Proud To Be Recognized As

2023 FORBES Best in State Employer

Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024

We are seeking candidates for the position of Plumber - First Class.

• Starting Pay Rate: $37.1113/hour - After 12 Months: $41.2348, based on applicable contract.

Overall Description

Assembles, installs, repairs, inspects or tests pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, drainage systems fire equipment and alarm systems, according to specifications or plumbing codes.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILTIES

• Installs and repairs plumbing in: street water and sewer connections, ejectors, drain lines, sprinkler pipe, rain conductors, gas and gasoline pipe tanks and equipment, air pipes, lubrication oil pipes.
• Installs pipe and boiler insulation, brass and copper tubing and fittings, and other related equipment.
• Inspects and tests, fire equipment, alarm systems, grounds and vehicles.
• Installs and repairs brass and copper tubing and related fittings.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be experienced in the installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing and related parts and accessories along with heating, high and low pressure steam and water heating and power units. Must be able to create shop drawings, layout work, compile material lists and complete work reports.
• Must satisfactorily complete qualifications tests: basic mathematics, blue print reading, and plumbing and hand tools.
• Must have valid Philadelphia journeyman's card.
• Must have valid driver's license. Will be required to obtain CDL permit within 60 days of transfer.
• There will be times in the course and scope of your duties in the CTD when working in a truck-mounted bucket will be required. Said bucket has a maximum extension capacity of approximately 30 feet high.
• As part of the qualification test, you will be required to climb an extension ladder (of approximately 20 feet) and descend back to the ground.

Why Join Our Team? Enjoy Outstanding Benefits!

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.
• Retirement Security – Participate in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan to build your financial future.
• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy paid parental leave, generous vacation time, and paid holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Employee Wellness – Access wellness programs and resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
• Invest in Your Growth – We offer tuition reimbursement to support your education and career advancement.
• Student Loan Assistance – Our positions qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, helping you manage and reduce student debt.
• Free Travel Perks – Receive a FREE SEPTA Transportation Pass, giving you unlimited access to all SEPTA services!

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SEPTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.