Plumber

Job Posting Title:
Plumber
Department:
Public Works
Location:
2400 BROADWAY SW
Pay:
Probation Hourly Rate of $31. 88
Union Hourly Rate of $32. 52

Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.

Under the supervision of assigned supervisor performs a variety of journey-level, skilled plumbing tasks supporting the repair and maintenance of the Bernalillo County buildings and facilities. Troubleshoot, repair, replace or take other corrective action to maintain plumbing fixtures, accessories and equipment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Troubleshoot and repair major plumbing breakdowns such as clogged sewers, drains and fixtures.
2. Inspect, repair, and install boiler controls; evaluate water levels, pressure, and temperature.
3. Calculate the correct sizing for installation of piping and fixtures.
4. Determine routing of pipe, sequence of operation and location of plumbing fixtures, accessories and equipment.
5. Inspect, repair and install gas lines and fixtures, steam lines, back-flow prevention devices and pipes.
6. Maintain and repair a wide variety of central-air systems.
7. Test and maintain sprinkler and fire pump equipment.
8. Inspect, repair, and maintain vacuum equipment.
• The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED, plus four (4) years of plumbing experience.
Licensed journeyman in plumbing and gas-fitting.
Knowledge of plumbing practices and procedures.
Knowledge of back-flow device installation and repair.
Knowledge of fire protection systems.
Knowledge of central air systems.
Basic mathematical principles.
Skilled in interpreting and reading blueprints, diagrams and plans.
Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

1. Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination.
2. Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
3. Employee must obtain back-flow prevention certification within one (1) year of employment or promotion and must maintain certification while employed as a Plumber.
4. Employee must have a valid New Mexico driver's license by employment date and retain a valid NM driver's license while employed in this position.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors.
2. Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment. While performing outdoor activities, worker is exposed to natural weather conditions that may be severe.
3. Worker is exposed to occasional vibration and noise factors.
4. Indoor duties are performed on an even surface, which may be carpet, tile or concrete. Indoor surfaces are typically dry. Outdoor duties may be performed on even or uneven surfaces, which may be dry or wet. Outdoor duties may be performed on gravel, or shingled roof. Climbing stairs, ladders and scaffolds, indoors or outdoors, is required.
5. Worker is exposed to fumes/odors from the use of paint and chlorine. Worker may be exposed to dust and mists in the performance of certain outdoor duties.
6. Potential work hazards include climbing of ladders and scaffolds, exposure to severe weather conditions, exposure to electrical wiring and currents, heavy lifting, working on rooftops, and working on potentially slick surfaces, in addition to working around power tools.
7. Work may be performed at a correctional facility with exposure to noise, possible contact with inmates, and dangerous situations that could involve serious bodily injury and other health hazards.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS AND MATERIALS

1. Employee uses a wide variety of hand and power tools in the performance of duties.
2. Equipment used by employee includes ladder, scaffold, tape measure, dolly, hoist, tool box, volts/ohm/amp meter, flashlight, keys, soldering torch, hydraulic lift, winches, cutting and braising torch.
3. Supplies used by employee include electrical parts, appliance parts, and plumbing parts, fasteners of all types, adhesives, paints, solvents, gasoline, oil, and cleaning materials.
4. Employee utilizes a filter mask when handling some hazardous chemicals.

FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS
• NOTE: You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your capability to do the job. On the other hand, if you want the employer to consider special arrangements to accommodate a physical or mental impairment, you may identify that impairment in the space provided and suggest the kind of accommodation that you believe would be appropriate.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS

1. Must be able to apply knowledge of basic mathematics in making measurements and calculations.
2. Must be able to apply knowledge of tools, machines, materials, and methods used in the performance of duties.
3. Must be able to apply knowledge of plumbing, heating and back-flow prevention.
4. Must be able to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others.

PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

1. Must be able to lift up to an estimated 50 pounds from ground to waist level, from ground to shoulder level, and from ground to overhead as needed, typically no more than 5 times per day. Must be able to utilize hoists and dollies to move heavy equipment and supplies, weighing up to approximately 150 pounds.
2. Must be able to push and pull 25 to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
3. Must be able to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding, as needed, up to an estimated total of 10 times per day. Must be able to maintain balance while climbing and standing on ladder or scaffold.
4. Must be able to stand/walk for up to 2 hours at a time, up to a total of 4 to 5 hours per day.
5. Must be able to kneel for up to 1 hour at a time, and up to a total of 2 hours per day.
6. Must be able to crawl, crouch or work in a prone or supine position for short periods of time, as needed.
7. Must be able to bend at the waist and twist/rotate waist as needed, on a frequent basis during the day, or up to 50 times total per day. Lifting may also be required while bending.
8. Must be able to work with arms extended or bent, a.