Issued:	07/23/00	Classification Code # 73178
Supersedes:	04/23/74	FLSA NE

TITLE:

PLUMBER

GRADE:

T6

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

To assemble, install and repair piping, fixtures and equipment used in the distribution and drainage of water and water-carried wastes, air and gas.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Install, inspect and repair water mains, service lines, sewer lines, air and gas lines, valves, gauges, pumps and fixtures, including sinks, commodes, dishwashers and disposals. Cut pipe, using threading machine, and bend pipe by hand or with pipe-bending machine. Assemble and install pipe and pipe fittings of brass, cast-iron, copper, lead, glass, plastic and other materials. Join piping by means of treaded, calked, wiped, soldered, brazed, fused or cemented joints. Cut or bore through walls, ceilings or partitions. Test piping systems for leaks, using gauges. Secure pipes to structures with clamps, brackets and hangers. Unplug clogged drains, pipes and fixtures. Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches and job specifications. Install, repair and maintain fire protection systems. Prepare records and service reports of materials and time expended.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives supervision from a designated official.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

No supervisory responsibility.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school. Considerable knowledge of the methods, equipment, and materials used in the installation and repair of water distribution systems and fixtures. Reasonable experience in the installation and repair of water distribution systems and fixtures. Considerable skill in the operation of plumbing tools and power equipment. Ability to exercise tact and discretion in relationships with others. Reasonable knowledge of plumbing codes. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications. Reasonable manual strength and dexterity. Ability to observe safety precautions in the operation of tools and power equipment. Reasonable knowledge of the maintenance requirements of water lines, fixtures and controls.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.