Hers and His Plumbing: Plumber

Job Summary
The plumber is responsible for assigned installs and repairs involving pipes and fittings of water supply, sanitation, and heating systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Read blueprints and drawings to understand or plan the layout of plumbing, waste disposal and water supply systems
Cut, assemble and install pipes and tubes with attention to existing infrastructure (e.g. electrical wiring)
Install and maintain water supply systems
Locate and repair issues with water supply lines (e.g. leaks)
Repair or replace broken drainage lines, clogged drains, faucets etc.
Repair domestic appliances (e.g. washing machines) and fixtures (e.g. sinks) etc.
Install and maintain gas and liquid heating systems (air-conditioning units, radiators etc.)
Install waste disposal and sanitary systems with well-functioning DWV systems
Minimum Qualifications
Proven experience as a plumber
Solid understanding of water distribution and disposal systems in residential, commercial and industrial buildings
Working knowledge of heating and ventilation systems as well as appliances
Ability to handle plumbing tools and equipment (pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, plungers etc.)
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Friendly with a great deal of patience
Good physical condition and strength with the ability to work in awkward spaces
Diploma from a trade school or successful completion of apprenticeship
Valid license to practice profession
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Physical Demands:
Climbing up and down on ladders and equipment
Heavy lifting required (50-75) pounds, ladder work and tight space work required from time to time.
Ability to pick-up a minimum of 25 pounds consistently and carry up to 250 feet unassisted.
Operate handheld power tools.
Wear personal protective equipment.
Ability to work more than 40 hours per work week and up to 12 hours per day, as needed.
Working Environment:
~ Employees may be exposed to noise, dust, and fumes, and they may work in cramped, awkward positions. They may work outdoors in all weather conditions and may be required to climb ladders or work on a roof.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.