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9735
PLUMBER
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs at the experienced
journey level as a lead worker, installing, altering, maintaining
and repairing plumbing systems, fittings and accessories, both
interior and exterior at state correctional, recreational,
educational and health facilities and other public buildings.
Performs related duties as required.
Examples of Work
Assigns and oversees work of plumbers, insulators and laborers
assisting on the project.
Prepares cost estimates and orders parts, supplies and
equipment.
Installs, modifies and repairs steam distribution systems, hot
water heating systems, hot and cold water systems, fixtures
such as sinks, kitchens, showers, commodes, drinking
fountains, hot water tanks, cold water service lines, reducing
station meters, pipe hydrants, back flow preventers, storage
tanks, mechanical seal pipe, bell and socket joints and copper
and plastic service lines.
Installs, modifies and repairs storm and sanitary drains,
interior and exterior, using pipe made of cast iron, galvanized
steel, copper, P.V.C. plastic, terra-cotta, vulcathene, pyrex,
duriron or lead.
Installs, modifies and maintains water chlorinators, sand
filters and water softeners; tests chlorine and PH content of
water.
Solders pipe using an acetylene torch and caulks joints.
Digs ditches to gain access to water, sewer and gas lines.
Operates pipe cutters, pipe threaders, hack saw, drill presses
and sewer cleaning equipment.
Unclogs drains and sewers.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of standard practices, materials, machines and tools
of the plumbing trade.
Skill in the use and operation of the tools, machines,
materials, and equipment used in the plumbing trade.
Ability to work from sketches, drawings, blueprints and
specifications, to lay out and install additions to water, steam
sewer or gas system.
Ability to maintain water, steam, sewer and gas systems.
Ability to use tools such as pipe threaders and cutters, sewer
cleaners, drills, saws and hand tools safely.
Ability to perform the arithmetic necessary to fit pipe
correctly.
Ability to estimate materials and parts needed for projects
and the costs.
Ability to supervise and evaluate subordinate workers.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
No formal training required.
Experience:
Four years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid experience as a plumber or self-employment in the plumbing
trade.
Substitution:
Licensure as a master plumber or completion of
related training from a business or vocational school may
substitute for the required experience through an established
formula on a year-for-year basis.
Established: 10/16/90
Revised: 12/1/91
Effective:
12/1/91