Plumber, (B253154-1), 204, Construction Maintenance
- LAREDO - CITY OF
- Laredo, Texas
- Full Time
$17.12
Per Hour
DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Webb County $13.49 - $23.71 Per hour
Plumber, (B253154-1), 204, Construction Maintenance
LAREDO - CITY OF
Occupation: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Location: LAREDO, TX - 78046
Positions available: 1
Job #: 16835258
Source: WorkInTexas
Posted: 3/10/2025
Updated: 8/15/2025
Expires: 9/14/2025
Web Site: WorkInTexas
Onsite / Remote: Work onsite all of the time
Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
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Work Onsite
Full Time
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience
36 Month(s)
Age
18 and up
DL
Required
Schedule
Full Time
Job Type
Regular
Duration
Permanent Employment
Benefits
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Performs skilled plumbing work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems and equipment throughout the City. Inspects and troubleshoots systems; tests, locates problems, and repairs. Reads sketches and blueprints, as necessary.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Installs water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures; repairs to existing plumbing and gas system installations.
Replaces, cleans, and makes repairs to flush valves, radiator valves, and faucets.
Tests installations for leakage of liquid or gas.
Removes stoppages from sewer lines with augers and snakes.
Cuts, seams, threads, and caulks pipes.
Prepares layouts and sketches of plumbing to be installed, to include irrigation systems.
Tests and repairs water tempering valves, photo panels, metering valves, reduced pressure backflow prevention devices, pressure regulators, and other specialty plumbing valves, pumps, fixtures, and equipment.
Installs and repairs irrigation systems.
Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors and other business contacts.
Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and material of the plumbing trade.
Knowledge of plumbing practices in laying out and installing water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures.
Knowledge of uniform plumbing codes.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Knowledge of the laws and regulations regarding sanitary plumbing and gas and steam installations.
Knowledge of hydraulics as it relates to flow rates, pipe sizes and pressures.
Knowledge of building and fire codes as they relate to residential and commercial buildings.
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to prepare estimates of time and materials.
Ability to work from drawings or blueprints and other specifications.
Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
Required to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures
Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Frequently
Office or similar indoor environment
Confined space
Often
Outdoor environment
Street environment (near moving traffic)
Construction site
Vehicles
Warehouse environment
Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never
Individuals with known violent backgrounds
Communicable diseases
Seldom
Individuals who are hostile or irate
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
Sometimes
Fumes or airborne particles
Often
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Moving mechanical parts
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Travel Position will require the employee to travel
Never:
National travel
International travel
Seldom:
Regional travel
Often
Local travel
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Per Hour
DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Webb County $13.49 - $23.71 Per hour
Plumber, (B253154-1), 204, Construction Maintenance
LAREDO - CITY OF
Occupation: Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters
Location: LAREDO, TX - 78046
Positions available: 1
Job #: 16835258
Source: WorkInTexas
Posted: 3/10/2025
Updated: 8/15/2025
Expires: 9/14/2025
Web Site: WorkInTexas
Onsite / Remote: Work onsite all of the time
Job Type: Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window.
Job Requirements and Properties
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Work Onsite
Full Time
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience
36 Month(s)
Age
18 and up
DL
Required
Schedule
Full Time
Job Type
Regular
Duration
Permanent Employment
Benefits
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Performs skilled plumbing work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems and equipment throughout the City. Inspects and troubleshoots systems; tests, locates problems, and repairs. Reads sketches and blueprints, as necessary.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Installs water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures; repairs to existing plumbing and gas system installations.
Replaces, cleans, and makes repairs to flush valves, radiator valves, and faucets.
Tests installations for leakage of liquid or gas.
Removes stoppages from sewer lines with augers and snakes.
Cuts, seams, threads, and caulks pipes.
Prepares layouts and sketches of plumbing to be installed, to include irrigation systems.
Tests and repairs water tempering valves, photo panels, metering valves, reduced pressure backflow prevention devices, pressure regulators, and other specialty plumbing valves, pumps, fixtures, and equipment.
Installs and repairs irrigation systems.
Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors and other business contacts.
Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and material of the plumbing trade.
Knowledge of plumbing practices in laying out and installing water, gas, steam, and other pipe systems and fixtures.
Knowledge of uniform plumbing codes.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Knowledge of the laws and regulations regarding sanitary plumbing and gas and steam installations.
Knowledge of hydraulics as it relates to flow rates, pipe sizes and pressures.
Knowledge of building and fire codes as they relate to residential and commercial buildings.
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to prepare estimates of time and materials.
Ability to work from drawings or blueprints and other specifications.
Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
Required to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures
Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Frequently
Office or similar indoor environment
Confined space
Often
Outdoor environment
Street environment (near moving traffic)
Construction site
Vehicles
Warehouse environment
Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never
Individuals with known violent backgrounds
Communicable diseases
Seldom
Individuals who are hostile or irate
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
Sometimes
Fumes or airborne particles
Often
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Moving mechanical parts
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Travel Position will require the employee to travel
Never:
National travel
International travel
Seldom:
Regional travel
Often
Local travel
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Job ID: 489787151
Originally Posted on: 8/17/2025
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