MAINTENANCE PLUMBER 2 - 05132025-67781

Job Information

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY, AIR NATIONAL GUARD DIVISION, BLOUNT COUNTY

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Experience equivalent to four years of full-time increasingly skilled plumbing work.

Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid motor vehicle license may be required for employment in some positions.

Examination Method: Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions.

Overview

Summary: Under general supervision, is responsible for semi-skilled and skilled plumbing work of considerable difficulty which includes acting as a lead worker or minor supervisor over others in work with the emphasis normally being on maintenance plumbing work; and performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Features: An employee in this class acts as a lead worker or minor supervisor over a small group of maintenance plumbers and less skilled workers, and performs a wide variety of maintenance and other plumbing work in the installation, repair, and renovation of facilities. This class differs from Maintenance Plumber 1 in that an incumbent of the latter is not a lead worker or minor supervisor.

Responsibilities

Controlling Machines and Processes:

1. Operates/utilizes a variety of tools and equipment such as pipe cutters, pipe threaders, pro press, jack hammers, augers, drills, pipe wrenches, and other plumbing tools.
2. Welds or cuts pipe using acetylene welding/cutting torch or arc welding equipment.
3. Solders copper pipe and fittings as necessary to complete plumbing repairs.

Getting Information:

1. Reads blueprints, specifications and technical drawings to gather information necessary for performing a plumbing task.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material:

1. May visually inspect low pressure boilers to make sure safety equipment is working properly.
2. Visually inspects steam lines, water lines, sewer lines, and valves to check for leaks.

Coaching and Developing Others:

1. Shares plumbing and repair techniques with co-workers to help them improve their knowledge and skills.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment:

1. May operate backhoe to access water and sewer lines in need of repair.
2. May operate a forklift to move pipes or other heavy items.
3. May drive a pick-up truck or other vehicle to and from job sites.

Scheduling Work and Activities:

1. Schedules repair work requiring water to be shut off by determining a time that will minimize impact and then notifying those who may be impacted.

Handling and Moving Objects:

1. Cuts, bends, or threads pipe as necessary to accomplish repairs for gas, air, hydraulic, steam lines, chill water lines, or domestic water lines.
2. Assembles and installs plumbing fixtures (e.g., sinks, commodes, showers, mixing values, or other plumbing fixtures), washers, dryers, water fountains, and pumps to replace non-functioning fixtures.
3. Cuts and installs insulation to pipes.
4. Applies chemicals to drains and/or lift stations to maintain flow and reduce odor.
5. Applies adhesives, caulking, sealants, or coatings to prepare pipes for installation.

Documenting/Recording Information:

1. Keeps records and makes routine reports such as work orders, time expended, materials used or other work-related information.
2. If assigned supervisory responsibilities, documents work performance of subordinate staff.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings:

1. Monitors hot water readings on gauges or via a computer program to ensure the water temperature is maintained within a safe range.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates:

1. May assign work and supervise subordinate staff performing skilled and semi-skilled plumbing work and other duties.

Processing Information:

1. Fills out required information in purchase order forms to obtain parts and equipment needed to perform plumbing and other related tasks.

Performing General Physical Activities:

1. May repair/rebuild walls or flooring removed or damaged in completing a plumbing repair job.
2. Cleans rooms or work areas after repair work is complete.

Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work:

1. Prioritizes repair work based on the type of repair needed and impact (e.g., inconvenience, safety issues, further damage).

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People:

1. May evaluate the work performance of subordinate staff skilled and semi-skilled plumbing staff.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems:

1. Determines appropriate method, materials, procedures, and/or tools to use based on the type of project or repair to be done.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization:

1. Calls vendors to check for availability of parts needed to complete repair jobs.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates:

1. Talks with supervisor to discuss material or equipment needs and explain why they are needed.

Interacting With Computers:

1. May use a computer to enter performance evaluation information for assigned staff.
2. May operate a computer to conduct internet searches for needed parts.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

1. Boss relationships
2. Ethics and values
3. Functional/technical competency
4. Time management
5. Patience
6. Composure
7. Action oriented
8. Perseverance
9. Peer relationships
10. Building effective teams

Knowledge:

1. Basic knowledge of the design and functioning of hot water systems, gravity and pressure sewer systems, chill water systems, and other plumbing related systems
2. Basic knowledge of machines and tools used in plumbing and repair work
3. Basic Knowledge the various types of materials (e.g., PVC, copper, cast iron) used in plumbing lines and fixtures
4. Basic knowledge of mathematics
5. Basic knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in construction or repair of buildings or other structures
6. Basic knowledge of welding and soldering techniques

Skills:

1. Basic critical thinking skills
2. Basic soldering skills
3. Basic reading comprehension skills
4. Basic active learning skills
5. Basic welding skills
6. Basic mathematics skills
7. Basic troubleshooting skills
8. Basic skills in the installation of pipes and plumbing fixtures
9. Basic carpentry skills
10. Basic skills in determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a plumbing related job.

Abilities:

1. Arm-hand steadiness
2. Control precision abilities
3. Manual dexterity
4. Finger dexterity
5. Multi-limb coordination
6. Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet)
7. Basic oral comprehension abilities
8. Basic oral expression abilities
9. Static strength
10. Basic deductive reasoning abilities
11. Basic category flexibility abilities
12. Basic inductive reasoning abilities
13. Basic problem sensitivity abilities
14. Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs
15. Basic visualization abilities
16. Basic number facility abilities

Tools & Equipment

1. Pipe cutters, threaders, and wrenches
2. Pro press
3. Jack hammer
4. Auger
5. Power drill
6. Acetylene welding/cutting torch or arc welding equipment
7. Backhoe
8. Forklift
9. Pick-up truck
10. Drain/pipe cleaning equipment
11. Bench Vise
12. Pressure indicators

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

**Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.