What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Plumber position at Village Management Services, Inc?
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, to repair/maintain water, sewer and gas lines in resident manors, community facilities and outside buildings. To perform related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Drains and replaces water heater tanks, changes electric heater elements and rewires to junction boxes to test electric current with an ohms meter.
- Operates sewer line cleaning equipment to unclog stoppages. Is capable of basic plumbing repairs and assisting more experienced plumbers with more complicated tasks. Drives a truck and maintains a truck inventory of materials and supplies.
- Regular attendance required. All duties performed on-site for Community.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school and considerable experience in plumbing work or equivalent combination of education and experience that produces the following:
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, tools and equipment of the plumbing trade.
- Knowledge of the laws and regulations regarding plumbing, gas and sewer systems.
- Ability to read and write work-related job instructions in English.
- Ability to learn basic electrical procedures and safety precautions.
- Ability to operate equipment that requires a high degree of manipulative skill.
- Ability to work from sketches, diagrams to understand and carry out oral/written instructions.
- Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others in English.
- Ability to understand and relate to the needs and concerns of senior citizens.
- Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and residents.
- Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment used in the plumbing trade.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
- Ability to pass respiratory pulmonary function test and annual medical examination.
- Ability to pass qualitative and/or quantitative respirator fit test.
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