JOB 25-06 - PLUMBER/PIPEFITTER - UTILITIES DEPT.

City of Fairmont, WV • Fairmont, WV

212d • $38,508 - $38,508

About The Position

This is skilled manual work involving pipe fitting within the water & sewer field services department; work involves the efficient plumbing and pipefitting practices in repairing and installing lines, taps, hydrants, and related appurtenances; operates necessary tools and equipment used in repair process; assists other personnel in troubleshooting the system and recommends solutions to known problems; may lead subordinates on specific jobs; completes daily reports as required by supervisor; works more than 40 hours when emergency exists or when necessary and works with knowledge of exposure to fumes, odors, dust and with a risk of bodily injury and in various weather conditions; shall be on call when necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a plumber/pipefitter or 3 years' experience and training in knowledge of pipefitting.
• Must possess a valid Class B CDL with tanker and air brakes endorsements or must obtain CDL permit within 180 days and a CDL license with air brakes and tanker endorsement within one year of hire date.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities is also acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Installs fittings, valves, pipe hydrants and other appurtenances or components relative to a potable water transmission and distribution system.
• Operates crew vehicles and dump trucks as required.
• Operates tapping equipment, pipe saws, miscellaneous tools, etc. used in maintenance and repair work.
• Responsible for inventory of tools, fittings, material, etc. on assigned vehicle.
• Performs minor maintenance on equipment and vehicle when required.
• Assists in troubleshooting the system and recommends methods of repair.
• Completes required daily reports.
• When not pipefitting, works as a laborer or semi-skilled laborer.
• Refers any mechanical problems with vehicles to supervisor.
• Advises supervisor of problems and needs of the department.
• On occasional or relief basis or as training for future operation of more complex equipment, operates backhoe, end loader, etc.
• Responsible for cleanliness and light maintenance of assigned equipment.
• Does all other work as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-time employment
• Equal Opportunity Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED