Plumber -028

JOB DESCRIPTION

U.S. Facilities, Inc., a consolidated facility management service, is seeking an Industrial Trades Technician III (Plumber/ Pipefitter) for the Hampton Roads VA area.

Responsible for all general plumbing and steam fitting services including but not limited to the following:

• Lead worker and trade specialist in plumbing/steam fitting in an industrial setting.
• Use of mechanical equipment to include pumps, boilers, water mains, fire hydrants, sump pumping systems, sewage ejectors and tunnel drain systems.
• Knowledge of design, installation, maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical apparatus and equipment, i.e., heating systems, water supply equipment, drainage equipment and troubleshooting HVAC systems.
• Skill in the use of the tools and instruments used to install and maintain industrial type electrical/mechanical equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical failure.
• Review blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
• Prepare written work cost estimates and negotiate contracts.
• Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.
• Keep records of assignments and produce detailed work reports.
• Perform complex calculations and planning for special or very large jobs.
• Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels.
• Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines.
• Any other duties assigned by a supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School diploma or GED
• Journeyman Level Plumber/Steamfitter

License/Registrations:

• Virginia Drivers License in good standing
• Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with tank endorsement

Minimum Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience as a lead worker or trade specialist in plumbing/steam fitting in an industrial environment using mechanical equipment
• Extensive background in diagnosing and repairing mechanical failures
• Capable of multi-tasking and working in a fast paced environment
• In-depth knowledge of Hampton Roads Interstate and local roadways
• Computer literate; Windows-based application experience
• Experience in radio and phone communications
• Scheduling flexibility
• Full-range of physical mobility, visual perception, and general good health

Other Requirements:

• Industrial experience
• 18 years of age or older
• Drug Screening
• Background Check
• Required VDOT/Industry Training

Work Conditions:

• 90-day probation period
• Dangerous work environment associated with on-foot roadway movement
• Significant all-season/all-hour Interstate driving
• Potential for significant periods of sitting or standing
• May be subject to short or no-notice work assignments
• Monitored performance with routine evaluation
• Occasional interaction with the public/media

NOTE: This position is designated as essential and, as such, all duties associated with this job are required during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations. VDOT/Contract Management will determine when essential positions are required. Valid driver's license is required. DMV records check is required. Criminal History Records Check and Fingerprint check is required.