Plumber

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs plumbing maintenance tasks for WHA properties and developments. Position may require occasional overtime. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:* Caulks and tests joints and pipe systems to eliminate the possibility of leaking; * Measures, cuts, and threads black, galvanized PVC, and copper pipes and fittings; * Installs and checks valves and pressure gauges; * Fabricates and installs insulation materials on pipes; * Places and connects water and sewerage fixtures; * Installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing fixtures and accessories; * Makes repairs to vacuum and condensate pumps; * Thaws out frozen pipes; * Repairs low pressure heating units; * Flushes radiators and feeder lines in boilers; * Regulates feed, temperature gauges, and other controls and gauges; * Reads and interprets blueprints and engineering drawings and specifications; * Selects and orders all materials, supplies, and equipment needed to undertake work; * Plans and prioritizes work; estimates quantities of material to be used at each job; * Performs soldering of copper pipe and fitting; * Performs emergency work in case of fire, flood, or snow removal if determined by management to be in the public interest. * Repairs heating units as necessary. * Performs similar, job-related duties as assigned. * May be required to work in tight and uncomfortable spaces, above and below floor spaces;

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

* High school diploma or equivalent * Journeyman plumber’s license required, Master license preferred * Valid, insurable driver’s license * Minimum of five (5) years continuous, full-time experience working as a plumber * Familiarity with residential and commercial plumbing systems and codes * Ability to install and maintain pipes and fittings and plumbing devices * Ability to analyze plumbing problems and troubleshoot for needed repairs * Good interpersonal communication skills; ability to work well with other skilled and unskilled employees, resi...