Plumber

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Working under general supervision, the Plumber position performs a full range of skilled plumbing and heating services, including installing, repairing, modifying, inspection, and maintaining heating and plumbing systems for water, sewage, and gas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following are the essential duties and responsibilities the incumbent must be able to perform.

Plumbing (80%)

1. Diagnose defects in and perform maintenance on heating, water, gas, and drainage systems.

2. Repair or replace plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, water heaters, garbage disposal units, dishwashers, water softeners, etc.

3. Mend or replace burst or leaky pipes and open clogged drains.

4. Measure, cut, thread, bend, and install pipe and pipe fittings.

5. Adjust and repair gas burners on boilers, furnaces, ranges, water heaters, etc.

6. Test pipe systems by filling with water or gas and inspecting for leaks.

7. Determine the methods and sequence of operations to install, repair, or modify plumbing systems in conformity with state, local, and insurance codes and specifications.

8. Work from blueprints, diagrams, sketches, manufacturer's data, and written or oral instructions to install minor plumbing systems and/or equipment.

9. Install new fire sprinkler systems.

10. Repair and maintain backflow devices.

11. Maintain an organized and safe work environment.

Plumbing Shop Support (20%)

1. Operate as lead journeyman on large projects. Layout and coordinate work performance of the trade using blueprints, sketches, shop drawings, specifications, and related technical data.

2. Maintain as-built drawings of work undertaken to depict actual construction variances from design drawings.

3. Assist in preparing materials take-offs and labor estimates from blueprints and/or general guidance.

4. Train other tradesmen in the skills of the trade.

5. Remain up to date with regulatory and safety requirements.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Work Hours: The regular hours for this full-time position are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Will be added to on-call rotation to include weekends. May be required to work holiday, weekend, and/or evening hours. Regular hours may vary due to the needs of the organization or business unit.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications: The following qualifications are required to perform the essential functions of this position, or the individual must be able to demonstrate how the essential functions will be performed (with or without reasonable accommodation) using other qualifications not listed below.

Education: High school diploma or the equivalent in a combination of education, training, and experience.

Experience: At least four (4) years of experience demonstrating the ability to apply the techniques of the trade.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, determine linear measurements, compute areas and volumes of conventional shapes and forms, and compute approximate weight of objects. Fluent English language skills, including ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write. Ability to climb ladders, crawl in attics and under buildings, lift and carry heavy equipment, bend, stoop, work from heights, and work in uncomfortable positions. Ability to work productively and effectively without continuous supervision. Be available for overtime work and to be on-call. Be able to wear protective clothing and equipment as required by the tasks being performed. Be able to work in a safe manner, follow proper procedures, and comply with Cal/OSHA and OSHA requirements as applicable to work. Basic skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Effective and professional communication skills with a diverse population of team members, contract personnel, and other internal and external contacts. Present a neat and professional appearance and be capable of performing all tasks and presenting oneself in a manner that reflects favorably on CFS and TCCS, and of promoting the interests of these organizations throughout The Claremont Colleges and TCCS.

Other: Los Angeles County Certification for backflow preventers and/or receive Certification after first year.

• A valid driver's license and a driving record acceptable to TCC's automobile liability insurance provider.

Preferred Qualifications: The following qualifications are preferred:

Working experience with hydronic heating systems.

COMPENSATION

Pay: The hourly salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with the duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position, between $30- $32 per hour.

Benefits: This position is eligible for our employment benefits package including:

• medical, dental, vision,
• 10% retirement contributions after one year (no matching required),
• group life insurance,
• generous time off,
• professional development funds,
• discounts for mobile plans, software, and entertainment,
• access to fitness facilities,
• and more

Physical Requirements:

•Sedentary work that primary involves sitting and standing:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Active work that primary involves standing and walking:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Light work that involves moving objects weighing up to 10 pounds:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Medium work that includes moving objects weighing up to 25 pounds:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Medium work that includes moving objects weighing up to 40 pounds:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Heavy work that includes moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Operate a computer or other work requiring repetitive movement of wrists, hands, & fingers:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Operate a street legal golf cart, a company automobile, or other heavy machinery:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Read or write electronic or printed materials:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Communicate verbally in person, by phone or another device:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Moving body into different positions to work down low, overhead, or outward:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Work involving climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, or similar:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Work in various environments including low, high, tight, low-ventilation, or confined spaces:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Work indoors in climate-controlled spaces:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Work outdoors in various weather conditions:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Work in a noisy environment:

ConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyNever

•Wear:

UniformWork or Non-Slip ShoesPersonal Protective Equipment

Disclaimer:

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, The Claremont Colleges Services will review this job description and make changes of business necessity. TCCS reserves the right to modify job duties or assign additional duties as needed.

ADA/OSHA:

This job description defines the essential job duties of this position. The Claremont Colleges Services expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

Equal Opportunity Employer:

TCCS is an equal opportunity employer. TCCS managers make employment decisions on the basis of merit, with the aim of having the best available person in every job. TCCS prohibits discrimination based on all characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation. TCCS also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of these characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of these characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.

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