Plumbing Technician

Job Description

Description:

Pay Scale: Pay per hour, based on skills and experience. Particulars can be discussed during the interview.

Plumbing Technician Qualifications:

Valid drivers license

Ability to use tools of the trade, including but not limited to plumbing snakes, augers, drills, saws, hammers, measuring tape, levels, and screwdrivers

Excellent written and verbal skills

Willing to work in all types of weather

Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures

Excellent math skills

Ability to read blueprints and schematics

Ability to handle the physical workload and perform physical labor for extended periods of time.

Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills

Advanced customer service skills

Operate equipment in a safe manner

Plumbing Technician Responsibilities:

Bid jobs for customers

Draft and approve contracts to perform work

Removing, replacing, installing, or repairing all types of plumbing fixtures such as water closets, sinks, drinking fountains, showers, kitchen, laboratory, and other heating, water, or drainage systems according to plumbing codes

Assemble and install valve and fittings

Test pipe systems and fixtures for leaks

Ensure all requirements as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures are met

Dig trenches when needed

Haul equipment to and from the work site from the work truck

Take inventory and track how many materials are for each job

Communicate with all customers in a positive and professional manner

Work with customers to make recommendations on the purchase of new equipment

Diagnosing malfunctions, repair and maintenance of plumbing and piping systems, including clearing plugged waste lines

Cut, fit, fabricate, and assemble a wide variety of articles, materials, and devices, including steel, copper, brass, glass, plastic, cast iron, corrosion-resistant pip, tile, and concrete

Ensure all installations, repairs, and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported, and graded

Ensure all installations, repairs, and maintenance meet the requirements of all applicable codes

Drive motor vehicle as required

Lead apprentices or helpers as assigned

Read and interpret blueprints, plans, and sketches

Maintain professional appearance at all times

Run after hours calls as required

Other duties as assignedRequirements:

Full-time