Plumber

Job Title

Plumber in Roads Maintenance Division

Job Description

The Plumber in Roads Maintenance Division performs skilled work in installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems, fixtures and equipment. The Plumber will assemble, install, or repair pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems, according to specifications or plumbing codes in Buildings and facilities within Roads Maintenance Division. The Plumber usually works independently following accepted trade practices and may be required to do occasional steam fitting.

Responsibilities

Required Tasks

• Maintain plumbing fixtures in offices and yards.
• Maintain water lines.
• Maintain drains.
• Maintain boilers.
• Keep records.

Other Duties include:

• Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.
• Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines, such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.
• Maintain hoses and fill stations.
• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, fixtures, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools.
• Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.
• Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.
• Install green plumbing equipment, such as faucet flow restrictors, dual-flush or pressure-assisted flush toilets, or tankless hot water heaters.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience/Educational Requirements

• A High school diploma or equivalent;
• Valid state of Michigan Driver's license with a safe and acceptable driving record (no more than 7 points)
• Apprenticeship in skilled trades as a plumber;
• Valid state of Michigan Plumber, Journeyperson license;
• Five years as a full-time paid licensed plumber;
• NOTE: Please submit a copy of your Journeyman's Plumber's License with your application. A Backflow prevention license is required or must be obtained within six months of employment. Extension may be given at the discretion of management.

About Us

The Charter County of Wayne

The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families. Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities. Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.

Administration Focus

Public Health Response

Economic Response

Fiscal Responsibility

Operational Efficiencies

Economic Development

Infrastructure Maintenance & Enhancements

Access to Health Care

Community Support

Homeland Security Emergency Management

Parks & Recreation

Job Info

• Job Identification 2342
• Job Category Public Works & Infrastructure
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 29900 Goddard Rd, Romulus, MI, 48174, US