Distinguishing Features of the Class Plumber Role:

This is skilled work involving responsibility for efficient performance of a variety of plumbing, maintenance and steam fitting tasks requiring a thorough knowledge of the trade. General supervision is received from a higher level supervisor regarding tasks to be performed with considerable leeway allowed for planning the details of each assignment. Direct supervision may be exercised over a variety of skilled and non-skilled employees. Does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities and Plumber Expectations:

• Installs and repairs water service piping which includes wiping and testing joints;
• Installs and repairs fixtures such as lavatory facilities, drinking fountains and sprinkler systems;
• Maintains and repairs plumbing in municipal owned buildings;
• Inspects installation plumbing work within the jurisdiction;
• May repair and maintain water pumping stations and reservoirs;
• Cuts, bends, threads and assembles pipes;
• Installs and repairs pipes and valve traps in heating systems;
• Maintains tools to keep them in good working order;
• Clears stoppages in waste, sub soil and other drains;
• Repairs and installs steam equipment;
• May perform groundskeeper activities;
• May perform other skilled maintenance activities;
• May supervise the work of subordinates on a work project;
• May operate a truck or other automotive equipment;
• Performs a variety of related work as required.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics and Key Qualities of Plumber:

• Good knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and accident precautions of the trade; good knowledge of local plumbing ordinances; ability to work from plans and specifications and to follow rough sketches and oral instructions; ability to lay out work for self and others; good motor and hand and eye coordination; manual dexterity; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and either:

1. Completion of a trade school specializing in plumbing and two years of experience as a certified journey-level plumber OR;

2. Five (5) years of experience in the field of plumbing.