Maintenance Engineer III - Plumber

Job Title

Maintenance Engineer III - Plumber Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Maintenance Lead Pay Grade: Aux Grade 7 Dept./School: Facility Services Department Date Revised: 07/2016

Primary Purpose

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Assume responsibility for the safe condition of assigned facilities including repairs to doors, windows, ceiling tile & grid, floor coverings, toilet stalls, lockers, hardware, etc.

Under general supervision, maintain plumbing systems and their components district wide. Be able to diagnose and repair/replace various plumbing components such as faucets, mixing valves, circulating pumps, water closets, urinals, and water heaters. Installation or replace/repair cast iron, copper, poly (Pex), and PVC pipe. Installation, troubleshoot, test or repair/replace of natural gas pipe and components.

Qualifications

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Education/Experience

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid Texas Journeyman or Master Plumbing License

Minimum five years experience in general or specialized maintenance

Valid Texas Driver’s License

Special Knowledge/Skills

Advanced technical training/certification preferred (backflow inspection, repair/replacement)

Knowledge of current Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC)

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material

Estimate material and labor needed for various plumbing projects

Familiar with operation of various specialized equipment (sewer machines, jetting machine, and line camera equipment)

Ability to operate backhoe

Meet minimum physical requirements (pre-employment examination required)

Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and written

Major Responsibilities and Duties

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Examine assigned facilities for purpose of general maintenance.

* Enter and complete work orders as requested.

* Responsible for safe condition of as...