Plumber

Plumber

Plumbers perform journeyman level plumbing work on various heating, cooling, water and sewage systems, and other related equipment to assure all systems are working properly. An employee in this classification receives overall objectives and resources available and develops deadlines, projects, and work to be done in consultation with the supervisor. The employee plans and carries out the assignment, resolves most of the conflicts that arise, and coordinates work with others, as necessary; also interprets policy on own initiative in terms of established objectives. Work assignments are received verbally and through work orders. Work is performed independently with latitude for determining materials. Work is subjected to inspection by a supervisor and inspectors from the local jurisdiction during construction and upon completion. Plumbers keep the supervisor informed on the progress of assigned tasks.

Compensation and benefits include competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency. Birmingham $54,849 - $85,092 Jefferson County $60,923 - $94,515.

Minimum qualifications include possession of a driver's license, journeymen plumber certification from the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board, journeymen gas fitter certification from the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board, and experience reading and interpreting mechanical engineer drawings. Experience installing and repairing various piping systems is also required.

Preferred qualifications include backflow testing certification.

Typical job duties include inspecting plumbing fixtures and associated equipment, performing general support duties in preparation for maintenance and repairs, cleaning and maintaining plumbing fixtures and associated equipment, repairing and replacing plumbing fixtures and associated equipment, installing plumbing fixtures, lines, pipes, and associated equipment in municipal facilities, and procuring and/or managing inventory to ensure the products and services are available to meet the operational needs of each department.

Physical demands include occasional moderate physical exertion required for occasional prolonged periods of lifting, carrying, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, balancing, and climbing. May involve regular lifting of items or objects weighing up to 75 lbs.

Work environment includes use of various hand tools such as hammer, screwdrivers, wrenches, etc. and electrical, gas, or air powered tools and equipment such as power saws, nail guns, drills, etc. May be exposed to weather conditions such as extreme hot or cold temperatures.

EEO statement: The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operates its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.

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