Plumber I

Position Description

Performs skilled work of the journeyman level involving the installation, maintenance and service of plumbing systems. Work involves installing, maintaining, repairing and servicing gas, water, air and sewer lines. Also involves maintaining existing steam systems. This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Major/Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Inspects structure to ascertain obstructions to be avoided to prevent weakening of structure resulting from installation of pipe.  Locates and marks position of pipe and pipe connections and passage holes for pipes in walls and floors. Cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.  Cuts and threads pipe. Bends pipe to required angle by use of pipe-bending machine or by placing pipe over block and bending it by hand. Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such as sinks, commodes, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, and water softeners.  Repairs and maintains plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes, and opening clogged drains. Welds holding fixtures to steel structural members.  Maintains an inventory of parts and supplies to maximize the operational readiness of building systems and equipment with due respect to the limitations of cost, regulations and relative priorities.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Licensed Journeyman Plumber with the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners or other state or four years of job-related experience, and training.