Plumber

Plumber Position

The city of Las Vegas invites applications for Plumber. This position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled plumbing tasks in the repair and maintenance of public buildings and facilities; performs maintenance and repair of park irrigation systems and park fixtures; and performs a variety of plumbing tasks in assigned area.

This is the full journey level class within the Plumber series. Employees within this class perform the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Receives general supervision and work assignments from higher level staff.

A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the city of Las Vegas. The supplemental questions are the examination. Falsification of information may result in disqualification from recruitment or removal from a city position. Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date. The supplemental questions are weighted 100% for placement on an eligible list and must be worked on individually by the applicant only. The supplemental questions of all qualified applicants will be reviewed for placement on an eligible list. The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.

You must score 70% or higher on the written examination to be placed on the eligible list. Final candidate selection will include list placement and may include a hiring interview (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks. The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for current and/or future openings which may include part-time or full-time positions.

Essential Functions

Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs a variety of city plumbing and irrigation systems and equipment, including flush valves, water and sewer lines, piping, hoses, fittings, adapters, couplings, broken valves and wood components; repairs leaks in faucets, drains, pumps, hot water tanks, piping and valves.

Unclogs sinks, toilets, urinals; installs and maintains drinking fountains.

Operates a variety of plumbing equipment and tools.

Winterizes pipes and equipment.

Eliminates odors from sewage drains, pumps and vent systems.

Constructs new restroom facilities, including underground utilities; renovates restrooms to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements and the Uniform Plumbing Code.

Assists in planning new plumbing systems; estimates time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisitions materials as required; maintains files and receipts.

Provides technical guidance to other city maintenance staff; reviews blue prints; performs inspections to make recommendations on repairs or upgrades.

Installs and maintains backflow prevention devices; maintains fertilizer injection systems.

Overhauls pool and spa heaters; maintains filters, pumps, piping and valves.

Fabricates waste disposal and leach field systems.

Repairs or replaces gas and electric water heaters.

Maintains boiler plumbing.

Maintains and operates septic systems.

Marginal Functions

Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner.

Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Responds to emergencies during evening and weekends.

Performs general cleanup of job sites.

Performs minor non-structural welding fabrication and installation projects.

Minimum Requirements

Two years of increasingly responsible journey-level plumbing experience.

Equivalent to graduation from high school, including additional specialized training in plumbing.

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.

Within 15 days of initial hire, provide documentation of completion of an OSHA-10 course in construction industry safety and health hazard recognition and prevention, developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of tools and materials used in plumbing work and building maintenance. Methods and procedures used in plumbing repairs, replacements and new installation including various techniques used in soldering. Repair and remodeling. Waste disposal systems. Blueprints and layouts. Operational hazards and standard safety practices. Applicable building codes.

Skills in using journeyman plumbing tools including a variety of wastewater line cleaning equipment. Conducting a variety of skilled plumbing tasks. Climbing and working at height on ladders, scaffolding and electric lifts. Working within extremely confined spaces. Assembling and installing air, gas, water and waste disposal systems. Reading and interpreting blueprints. Understanding and following oral and written instructions. Communicating clearly and concisely. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Working independently and without direct supervision.

Core Workforce Competencies

Professionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.

Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.

Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.

Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.

Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.

Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.

Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.