What are the responsibilities and job description for the Journeyman Plumber position at Dallas Zoo Management?
Description
JOB SUMMARY
Responsibilities include but are not limited to performing highly complex waterworks construction and maintenance under limited supervision. The duties involve working with contractors, estimating work hours and materials required for projects, and coordinating activities with other departments. The Journeyman Plumber will work on a Tuesday to Saturday schedule.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Works with Master Plumber to diagnose and repair various plumbing issue.
• Installs, diagnoses, repairs, and makes necessary adjustments on plumbing systems, including but not limited to pipes (e.g., gas, water, steam, waste and sewer).
• Sets fixtures and installs/replaces such items as pumps, valves/thermostats, controls, and miscellaneous fittings.
• Inspects building facilities and equipment and provides required maintenance (e.g., checks pipes, plumbing fixtures for signs of corrosion, checks and lubricates pumps and valves, changes filters).
• Communicates with custodial staff/managers on a weekly basis regarding operation of all plumbing fixtures in public restrooms.
• Supervise contractors and their work.
• Inspect work for code compliance with building codes in potable water maintenance and construction of all plumbing work.
• Read, interpret, and follow schematic plans for installation.
• Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience as a Journeyman Plumber and have a current Texas Journeyman Plumber License, along with current knowledge of commercial maintenance and construction procedures.
• Experience in service calls and repairs preferred including ability to estimate job hours and materials needed.
• Must be able to actively work in inclement weather, such as heat, cold, rain, ice, and snow as needed.
• Must be skilled to operate equipment and machinery related to job.
• Ability to perform service/maintenance on all commercial sites for all plumbing services needed (water, gas, sewer, etc.).
• Experience with black pipe and/or polyethylene pipe installation preferred as well as ability to solder, weld and braze.
• Ability to follow/locate plumbing diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to solder/weld/braze and perform minor field fabrication.
• Must be self-motivated and well organized.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including basic computer skills.
• Must be able to walk, stand, sit, kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above head, pull, bend, climb stairs and ladders and carry up to 75lbs.
• Ability to work overtime/night/weekend and holiday hours as required.
• Must have the ability to be part of a team; must work with and assist other co-workers as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Successful candidates must complete pre-employment drug screening, background check and TB test.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsibilities include but are not limited to performing highly complex waterworks construction and maintenance under limited supervision. The duties involve working with contractors, estimating work hours and materials required for projects, and coordinating activities with other departments. The Journeyman Plumber will work on a Tuesday to Saturday schedule.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Works with Master Plumber to diagnose and repair various plumbing issue.
• Installs, diagnoses, repairs, and makes necessary adjustments on plumbing systems, including but not limited to pipes (e.g., gas, water, steam, waste and sewer).
• Sets fixtures and installs/replaces such items as pumps, valves/thermostats, controls, and miscellaneous fittings.
• Inspects building facilities and equipment and provides required maintenance (e.g., checks pipes, plumbing fixtures for signs of corrosion, checks and lubricates pumps and valves, changes filters).
• Communicates with custodial staff/managers on a weekly basis regarding operation of all plumbing fixtures in public restrooms.
• Supervise contractors and their work.
• Inspect work for code compliance with building codes in potable water maintenance and construction of all plumbing work.
• Read, interpret, and follow schematic plans for installation.
• Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience as a Journeyman Plumber and have a current Texas Journeyman Plumber License, along with current knowledge of commercial maintenance and construction procedures.
• Experience in service calls and repairs preferred including ability to estimate job hours and materials needed.
• Must be able to actively work in inclement weather, such as heat, cold, rain, ice, and snow as needed.
• Must be skilled to operate equipment and machinery related to job.
• Ability to perform service/maintenance on all commercial sites for all plumbing services needed (water, gas, sewer, etc.).
• Experience with black pipe and/or polyethylene pipe installation preferred as well as ability to solder, weld and braze.
• Ability to follow/locate plumbing diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to solder/weld/braze and perform minor field fabrication.
• Must be self-motivated and well organized.
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including basic computer skills.
• Must be able to walk, stand, sit, kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above head, pull, bend, climb stairs and ladders and carry up to 75lbs.
• Ability to work overtime/night/weekend and holiday hours as required.
• Must have the ability to be part of a team; must work with and assist other co-workers as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Successful candidates must complete pre-employment drug screening, background check and TB test.
Recommended Skills
- Building Codes
- Communication
- Construction
- Coordinating
- Machinery
- Maintenance
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