Description

1. Install, repair and maintain plumbing systems and components

Main Activities

 § Review building plans and specifications to determine the layout for plumbing and related materials

• § Identify required tools and special equipment
• § Select the type and size of pipe required
• § Locate and mark positions for connections and fixtures
• § Install supports and hangers for pipe, fixtures and equipment
• § Assemble and install valves and fittings
• § Install, repair and maintain water treatment equipment, piping and controls
• § Install, repair and maintain underground storm sanitary and water piping systems
• § Install, repair and maintain sinks, tubs and toilets
• § Install, repair and maintain water heaters and conditioners
• § Install, repair and maintain plumbing fixtures, appliances and trim
• § Test pipe systems and fixtures for leaks

1. Maintain all building codes, installation requirements and relevant legislation

Main Activities

• § Perform scheduled maintenance service on plumbing systems and fixtures
• § Apply all codes to installations, repairs and maintenance
• § Ensure all requirements as specified by the manufacturer of systems and fixtures are met § Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported and graded
• § Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet the requirements of the appropriate codes
• § Ensure all installations, repairs and maintenance meet environmental protection requirements

 

1. Administer and schedule work

Main Activities

• § Prepare budgets
• § Prepare orders of supplies
• § Keep daily reports
• § Schedule work in cooperation with other trades and supplies

Information

Desired Skills & Experience

 ability to work cooperatively with other trades  team building skills  analytical and problem solving skills  decision making skills  effective verbal, presentation and listening communications skills  effective negotiation and mediation skills  effective written communications skills  computer skills including the ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheet, database and wordprocessing, programs at a highly proficient level  stress management skills  time management skills

Location

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