Journeyman Plumber

Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.



If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Richard Bennett, Plumber Foreman, at (385)-646-4276 or email rbennett2@graniteschools.org
  

 

Job Title Journeyman PlumberDepartment Plumbing ShopSupervisor Plumber ForemanSalary ScheduleESP (60)Lane Placement LContract Length 12 months (243 Days)FLSA Classification Non-exemptLast Review Date December 2020

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required.  Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Job Summary
Assembles, installs, maintains, repairs and/ or replaces fixtures, valves, fittings, and pipes of all makes and types, according to all applicable codes in existing buildings, remodeling, and new construction.  Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are required and are essential functions of this position.
 
Essential Functions

• Tests, Installs, monitors, adjusts and maintains backflow devices.
• Cleans plugged drains in fountains, sinks, toilets, urinals, main Drain lines, and sewers.
• Repairs or replaces pipes, (water, sewer, steam and condensate systems).
• Repairs or replaces faucets, flush valves, sinks, toilets, urinals, fountains, thermostats, and valves.
• Alters blueprints to meet as built dimensions and specifications.
• Trouble shoots and rewires basic electric controls for boilers, water heaters, electric fountains, pumps, uni-vents, dampers, coils, fans, heat exchangers, air handlers and associated heating equipment.
• Repairs, replaces, pump seals and bearing assemblies. And all other associated components of a pump.
• Works with outside agencies and utilities to schedule shutdowns for repair and maintenance.
• May be assigned to participate in organizations, committees and sub-committees as needed.
• Attendance and physical presence are required and is an essential function of this position.
• Maybe asked to work directly with an apprentice and offer on the job training

 
Non-Essential Functions

• May be required to maintain swimming pool treatment and control stations.  Repair or replace swimming pool filters.
• May be required to install, repair and maintain heating pipes, Electronic and or, pneumatic valves, temperature controlling thermostats, mixing valves and steam traps.
• Other duties as assigned*

Required Education and Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Must have an active and current State of Utah issued Journeyman or Master Plumber license. (Residential plumbing license will not be accepted)
Obtain any continued education hours required to renew such license.
Must keep abreast of changing developments in techniques in relevant fields.
Must have a current and valid driver's license.  
May be required to possess and maintain a current back flow certification.
May be required to possess and maintain a current Pool & Spa certification
 
Required Prior Experience
Requires four years of job related and carefully monitored training with demonstrated competence or acceptable equivalent.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Blueprint and schematic literacy is required.
• Knowledge of hand tools, small and large power tools, testing instruments, ladders, scaffolds, man lifts, cutting tools.
• Must have a good working knowledge of relevant building and safety codes including pertinent aspects of OSHA, EPA, MSDS and ADA.
• Must have basic mathematical skills.
• Must be skilled in oral and written communications and interpersonal relations.
• Must be able to plan work and organize temporary workers, materials, and equipment for specific projects.

Assigned Decision Making
May consult with administrators, teachers, co-workers, and patrons to as