Plumber

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Qualifications
The candidate must be a highly motivated, detail oriented, results-driven individual who works collaboratively with the staff of all levels throughout the organization
Problem Solving
Organization
Planning
Timely Decision Making
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
High School Diploma or GED equivalent plus successful completion of a craft apprenticeship program or on the job training program providing journeyman level experience; and three years related journeyman level experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must possess a strong understanding of basic plumbing concepts, water distribution, and disposal systems in residential or commercial buildings
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret building drawings, specifications, shop drawings, schematics, manufacturer’s specifications, electrical studies, and other reference material
Ability to read and understand various construction/maintenance contracts, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
Ability to effectively, with professionalism and courtesy, discuss technical information and respond to questions from individuals or groups of employees, clients, customers, and the general public
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of numerical representation, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals
REASONING ABILITY
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of technically diverse instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to apply logical thinking to identify and explain problems, collect data, establish facts, and create a valid conclusion or resolution to problems
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must have a valid California driver’s license (non-resident students and military must have a valid driver’s license from their U.S. state of residency)
Possesses effective communication and teamwork skills to adapt to changing circumstances
Able to problem solve and negotiate to achieve best results using critical thinking and analytical skills
Experience using Microsoft applications including Word and Outlook
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work from an elevated platform lift (such as a scissor or boom); handle or feel; reach; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear clearly
The employee is occasionally required to be stationary
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception
The employee must be aware of and use proper personal protection equipment (PPE) necessary to safely complete the assigned task
Responsibilities
Settled in the award-winning San Diego Convention Center, the Plumber has responsibility for performing the full range of skilled plumbing work including the installation, maintenance, inspection, modification, remodel and repair of mechanical plumbing equipment and fixtures for water, oil, steam, sewage, fire sprinkler/prevention, and refrigeration related plumbing systems
This includes conducting inspections on the plumbing systems and equipment for correct operation, flow, drainage, and sanitary conditions
Schedule for this position will be Tuesday to Saturday, 12:30pm to 9:00pm
This person can manage multiple priorities and cooperatively and enthusiastically switch between responsibilities at a moment’s notice
This person will collaborate with various internal departments throughout the facility to understand and fulfill the organization’s material and service requirements
Conflict Management
Installs pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand and power tools
Repairs and maintains plumbing infrastructure including replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, correcting faucet problems, and opening clogged drains
Assembles and installs pipes and tubes with attention to existing infrastructure (e.g., electrical wiring)
Identifies and repairs leaks using pressure gauges to detect the source of the leak
Hangs steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place
Cuts openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings
Locates and marks the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels
Measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines
Assembles pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing
Uses a variety of plumbing tools and equipment (pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, plungers etc.)
Aligns pipes, valves, fittings, joints, braces, and supports to control movement, vibration, expansion, and contraction
Inspects and tests plumbing systems for safety, functionality, and code compliance
Interprets blueprints and floor plans to understand the plumbing system and water supply system layout
Documents all work and assets in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
Verifies completed work for conformance with requirements of all applicable building standards/codes
Inspects work performed by contractors to ensure work is completed per specifications and building code requirements
Identifies and corrects unsafe working conditions with management oversight
Cleans, maintains, and services various tools and equipment used in the performance of duties
Follows maintenance and repair procedures including preventative and corrective maintenance
Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated
Complies with all Corporation safety and risk management policies and procedures
Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner
Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training, and hazard assessments
Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned work
Reviews inventory to ensure adequate stock of common items such as couplings, fittings, elbows, etc
and identifies items for purchase
Maintains a safe and clean work environment
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
While there are no direct reports to this position, this position may provide guidance to various staff and other personnel as needed
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to maneuver throughout the facility to perform job tasks and work assignments and respond to both emergency and non-emergency situations
The employee is regularly required to be mobile to, from, and around the mechanic shop
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock
The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; confined spaces; and outside weather conditions
Ability to work a split shift (Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday) to provide appropriate support and interaction to employees and other internal departments
The San Diego Convention Center is a 24/7 operation; therefore, hours and days outside of the standard work schedule may be required
Job description
PURPOSE

Settled in the award-winning San Diego Convention Center, the Plumber has responsibility for performing the full range of skilled plumbing work including the installation, maintenance, inspection, modification, remodel and repair of mechanical plumbing equipment and fixtures for water, oil, steam, sewage, fire sprinkler/prevention, and refrigeration related plumbing systems. This includes conducting inspections on the plumbing systems and equipment for correct operation, flow, drainage, and sanitary conditions.

Schedule for this position will be Tuesday to Saturday, 12:30pm to 9:00pm. Please note this is subject to change based off of business needs.

This is a union position with United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters, Local 230.

CANDIDATE DESCRIPTION

The candidate must be a highly motivated, detail oriented, results-driven individual who works collaboratively with the staff of all levels throughout the organization. This person can manage multiple priorities and cooperatively and enthusiastically switch between responsibilities at a moment’s notice. This person will collaborate with various internal departments throughout the facility to understand and fulfill the organization’s material and service requirements.

COMPETENCIES
• Problem Solving
• Organization
• Planning
• Timely Decision Making
• Conflict Management

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Installs pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand and power tools
• Repairs and maintains plumbing infrastructure including replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, correcting faucet problems, and opening clogged drains
• Assembles and installs pipes and tubes with attention to existing infrastructure (e.g., electrical wiring)
• Identifies and repairs leaks using pressure gauges to detect the source of the leak
• Hangs steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place
• Cuts openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings
• Locates and marks the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels
• Measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines
• Assembles pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing
• Uses a variety of plumbing tools and equipment (pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, plungers etc.)
• Aligns pipes, valves, fittings, joints, braces, and supports to control movement, vibration, expansion, and contraction
• Inspects and tests plumbing systems for safety, functionality, and code compliance
• Interprets blueprints and floor plans to understand the plumbing system and water supply system layout
• Documents all work and assets in the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)
• Verifies completed work for conformance with requirements of all applicable building standards/codes
• Inspects work performed by contractors to ensure work is completed per specifications and building code requirements
• Identifies and corrects unsafe working conditions with management oversight
• Cleans, maintains, and services various tools and equipment used in the performance of duties
• Follows maintenance and repair procedures including preventative and corrective maintenance
• Attends training programs (classroom and virtual) as designated
• Complies with all Corporation safety and risk management policies and procedures
• Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner
• Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training, and hazard assessments
• Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned work
• Reviews inventory to ensure adequate stock of common items such as couplings, fittings, elbows, etc. and identifies items for purchase
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

SUPERVISORY

While there are no direct reports to this position, this position may provide guidance to various staff and other personnel as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED equivalent plus successful completion of a craft apprenticeship program or on the job training program providing journeyman level experience; and three years related journeyman level experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess a strong understanding of basic plumbing concepts, water distribution, and disposal systems in residential or commercial buildings.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret building drawings, specifications, shop drawings, schematics, manufacturer’s specifications, electrical studies, and other reference material. Ability to read and understand various construction/maintenance contracts, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to effectively, with professionalism and courtesy, discuss technical information and respond to questions from individuals or groups of employees, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of numerical representation, including whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of technically diverse instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to apply logical thinking to identify and explain problems, collect data, establish facts, and create a valid conclusion or resolution to problems.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must have a valid California driver’s license (non-resident students and military must have a valid driver’s license from their U.S. state of residency).

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Possesses effective communication and teamwork skills to adapt to changing circumstances. Able to problem solve and negotiate to achieve best results using critical thinking and analytical skills. Experience using Microsoft applications including Word and Outlook.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to maneuver throughout the facility to perform job tasks and work assignments and respond to both emergency and non-emergency situations. The employee is regularly required to be mobile to, from, and around the mechanic shop. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work from an elevated platform lift (such as a scissor or boom); handle or feel; reach; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear clearly. The employee is occasionally required to be stationary. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee must be aware of and use proper personal protection equipment (PPE) necessary to safely complete the assigned task. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; confined spaces; and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Ability to work a split shift (Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday) to provide appropriate support and interaction to employees and other internal departments. The San Diego Convention Center is a 24/7 operation; therefore, hours and days outside of the standard work schedule may be required.

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