Plumber II

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Plumber II

Salary

$29.76 Hourly

Location

TX 78207, TX

Job Type

4A Full-Time

Job Number

2024-01052

Department

Building & Equipment Services

Opening Date

03/13/2024

Closing Date

6/16/2024 11:59 PM Central

Grant Funded

No

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing journey-level skilled work installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems and installing and maintaining lavatories, commodes, and water heaters. Exercises functional supervision over assigned staff.

Work Location  
Locations will vary from various locations in San Antonio with assignments being subject to change based on departmental needs.

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

  • Oversees and installs new plumbing, including pipes, valves, drains, basins, tubs, faucets, lavatories, sinks, drinking fountains, hot water heaters, and a wide variety of other plumbing fixtures, facilities, and equipment may require frequently lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds.
  • Supervises and performs repair of old plumbing, including fixtures and pipelines, clean and open traps, drains and other lines, hands-on work is necessary to operate plumbing tools and equipment.
  • Reviews the work of subordinate staff to ensure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances by clearly communicating instructions.
  • Solders and repairs copper pipes.
  • Oversees and reviews the preparation of work orders.
  • Conducts estimates on time and materials required for jobs.
  • Conducts preventive maintenance on plumbing fixtures and systems.
  • Conducts annual inspections and tests.
  • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
  • Three (3) years of experience the plumbing trade.
  • Current Texas Journeyman Plumbers license.
  • Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.
  • Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.  Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position:  Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certified in backflow testing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation systems.
  • Experience in repairing, maintaining, and replacing plumbing systems (fixtures, pipelines, traps, drains, vents, etc.)
  • Experience with backflow devices, lift stations, grease traps, oil water separators, irrigation systems, etc.
  • Experience using a computer and Microsoft suite.
  • Ability to keep part inventory and maintain the shop vehicle.
Applicant Information 
  • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.  Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
  • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
  • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.  One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
  • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.  If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, and practices of the plumbing trade.
  • Knowledge of all applicable hazards and safety precautions.
  • Knowledge of all codes and ordinances.
  • Knowledge of basic building construction principles.
  • Knowledge of basic mathematics.
  • Skill in using plumbing tools and equipment.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications.
  • Ability to work under minimum supervision.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions.
  • Ability to analyze problems and determine appropriate course of action.
  • Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
  • Working conditions are both indoors and outdoors with occasional exposure to temperature extremes, dust, dirt, grease, loud noises, or hazardous fumes.

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce.  To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:
http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note: 
  • Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
  • Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.

Additional Information
The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01
Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?
  • Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
  • Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
  • No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.
02
Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?
  • Yes - SA Ready to Work
  • Yes - Train for Jobs SA
  • Yes - Both Programs
  • No
04
What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?
  • Some High School (No GED)
  • High School Diploma or GED recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
  • 30+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
  • 60+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
  • Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university
  • 90+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
  • 120+ completed semester hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
  • Master's Degree from an accredited college or university
  • PhD, JD, or other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
  • None of the above
05
How many years of experience do you have in the plumbing trade?
  • I do not have any experience
  • Less than one year
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 years
  • 6 years
  • 7 years
  • 8 years
  • 9 years
  • 10 or more years
06
Do you have a current Texas Journeyman Plumbers License?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No
08
How many years of experience do you have repairing, maintaining, and replacing plumbing systems (fixtures, pipelines, traps, drains, vents, etc.)?
  • I do not have any experience
  • Less than one year
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 or more years
09
How many years of experience do you have with back-flow devices, lift stations, grease traps oil water separators, irrigations systems, etc.?
  • I do not have any experience
  • Less than one year
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 or more years
10
Select any of the following licenses and certifications you currently have:
  • General Tester License
  • Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certification
  • Fire Line Tester License (Registered by State Fire Marshall)
  • Irrigator Tester License
  • None of the above
11
Select any of the following Microsoft Office applications that you have professional experience with.
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Access
  • PowerPoint
  • Publisher
  • Visio
  • Outlook
  • None of the above
12
Select any of the following plumbing related items in which you have experience working with:
  • Conducting inspections
  • International Plumbing Code
  • International Fuel Gas Code
  • International Energy Conservation Code
  • NFPA 99
  • NFPA 13D
  • TECQ requirements
  • Unified Development Code
  • Zoning Codes
  • Documenting inspection results
  • None of the Above
13
Describe and give examples of how you provided customer service to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public. If you do not have any experience, respond "n/a"
14
Describe a situation, related to plumbing, where you had a difficult time identifying a solution. How did you go about solving the problem? If you do not have any experience, respond "n/a"
15
I acknowledge for this position I must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: 1) Felony Convictions, 2) Felony Deferred Adjudication, 3) Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, 4) Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, 5) Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and 5) Family Violence Convictions.
  • I acknowledge
16
I understand that this position is considered to be a primary driving position and I will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing as defined in AD 4.3, Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing and AD 4.8, Driver Safety Program. I further understand that the City of San Antonio has a zero-tolerance policy for which termination of employment will result for positive drug or alcohol test results.
  • I agree
  • I disagree

Required Question

Agency
City of San Antonio
Address
Human Resources Department

San Antonio, Texas, 78205
Phone
210-207-8705