Plumber - First Class (1101)

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 51,122 - 56,798; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Free SEPTA Transportation Pass

Job summary

A public transit authority in Philadelphia seeks a Plumber – First Class to assemble, install, repair, and inspect plumbing systems and related equipment. This role offers a starting pay of $37.11/hour with comprehensive benefits, including healthcare coverage and retirement plans. Candidates must have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and a valid journeyman's card. Join the team to support vital transit operations!

Qualifications

• Experience in installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing.
• Ability to create shop drawings and compile material lists.
• Pass tests related to mathematics, blueprint reading, and plumbing tools.

Responsibilities

• Installs and repairs plumbing in various systems.
• Inspects and tests fire equipment and alarm systems.
• Installs pipe insulation and related equipment.

Skills

Installation and maintenance of plumbing

Basic mathematics

Blueprint reading

Plumbing tools qualification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Philadelphia journeyman's card

Valid driver's license

Job description

Plumber – First Class (1101)

Starting Pay Rate: $37.11/hour – After 12 months: $41.23/hour (based on applicable contract).

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience in 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; ability to create shop drawings, layout work, compile material lists, and complete work reports.
• Pass basic mathematics, blueprint reading, and plumbing and hand tools qualification tests.
• Valid Philadelphia journeyman's card.
• Valid driver's license; required to obtain CDL permit within 60 days of transfer.
• Ability to work in a truck-mounted bucket with a maximum extension capacity of approximately 30 feet high.
• Pass a qualification test that includes climbing an extension ladder (approximately 20 feet) and descending back to the ground.

Ideal Qualifications

Additional experience may be beneficial but not required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.
• Retirement Security – Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Work‑Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous vacation time and paid holidays.
• Employee Wellness – Wellness programs and resources for physical, mental and emotional well‑being.
• Education Support – Tuition reimbursement.
• Student Loan Assistance – Qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Free Travel Perks – FREE SEPTA Transportation Pass for unlimited access to all SEPTA services.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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.