Journeyman Plumber

Overview

The Journeyman Plumber is responsible for installation, repair, maintenance, and modifications to facilities and structures to include water closets, urinals, back flow preventers, drain lines, showers, compressed air lines and others. The Journeyman Plumber will perform the duties as required by State Law and Local plumbing codes.

Responsibilities

• Performs troubleshooting operations by diagnosing malfunctioning equipment to include water closets, urinals, backflow preventors, drinking fountains, ice makers, drain lines, showers, compressed air lines, faucets, sewer lines, grease traps, oil water separators, and others
• Maintains and repairs pressure, drain and sewage line within and building structures; installs and repairs grease traps and separators
• Determines and installs valves and traps needed for proper operation of systems
• Repair and installs piping (copper, steel, PVC, CPVC, etc.) using welding, brazing, soldering, mechanical and chemical bonding methods according to Plumbing Code Standards
• Maintains, repairs and installs drinking fountains, irrigation systems components, icemakers, filtration devices, rotary pumps and fire suppression apparatus as needed
• Pneumatic and mechanical components; uses technical manuals and facility plans as required
• Repairs and replaces valves, faucets, fixtures, roof drains, and others
• Uses Maximo software system, ensures records are correctly maintained and comply with departmental requirements, including running Maximo report
• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non exempt - Full-Time
• Non rotating 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; must be available to work additional hours as needed
• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School/ GED
• Four (4) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• Texas Plumbing License (Journeyman or above) issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing
• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
• Drug Screening: Yes
• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.