Plumber I (Parks and Recreation Department)

Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in the installation and repair of plumbing fixtures and systems including gas, water, and steam systems.
• Experience may substitute for Education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Must obtain the State of Texas Journeyman’s Plumbing License within six (6) months of hire.

Notes to Applicants

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department ( PARD ) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

The purpose of this Plumber I position is to repair plumbing systems in PARD buildings and park land, assist with irrigation issues and aquatics plumbing issues, perform new plumbing installations, and make recommendations for improvements and compliance.

The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs plumbing installations and repairs.
• Installs repairs, replaces, and maintains plumbing systems using various types of pipes and fittings.
• Records data and maintains reports.
• Operates various power tools.
• Coordinates Inspections.

Application Instructions/Job Requirements:

• Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting - up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
• Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.
• Virtual Interviews: PARD may conduct virtual interviews.
• Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.
• Physical Requirements : Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to thirty-five (35) pounds. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond and work with participant’s needs and safety issues. Possess the ability to work outdoors in any and all types of weather and/or inclement conditions. Work environment includes inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and hazards associated with equipment operation including fumes, oils, gases, and mists.

Other Information:

• Posting Guidelines: PARD reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs.
• Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
• All PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site - including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.

Pay Range
$24.89 - $29.18 per hour
Hours
Work/Location Schedule Notes:

• Monday - Friday: 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends & holidays.
• Ability to be on-call 24 hours.
• Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
• May be required to work during city emergencies including extreme weather events.

Job Close Date 10/21/2024 Type of Posting External Department Parks and Recreation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Central Maint. Complex 2525 S Lakeshore Blvd, Austin, 78741 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Employment experience installing/repairing wastewater systems.
• Employment experience repairing, installing, and sizing new water line systems.
• Employment experience working with a sewer machine to unclog drains.
• Employment experience interpreting and reading blueprints and specifications.

Preferred Skills:

• Basic computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office Word and Excel.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current/Valid Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification or have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

Other:

• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Performs complex plumbing installations and repairs to fixtures such as commodes, sinks, urinals, bathtubs, sprinklers, piping systems, etc. i.e., fit, cut, bend etc pipe, install valves and faucets, sets fixtures and replaces washers. Unclogs drain and sewer lines using snake tools or sewer machines. Operates soldering tools, power tools, hand tools, trenching machine and backhoe. Measures, cuts and bends pipe using rulers and hand tools. Records data on appropriate form and logs. Operates various power tools. . Repairs, replaces, and installs pipes and fittings on sprinkler systems, drain lines, hot and cold water systems,

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May perform some leadership responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of water and heating system installation, maintenance and repair methods, tools, and materials.
• Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to trace and analyze causes of plumbing and heating problems.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Ability to estimate time, materials, and costs of plumbing repairs.
• Ability to be on-call 24 hours/day.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Position requires graduation from High School or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in the installation and repair of plumbing fixtures and systems including gas, water, and steam systems. Experience may substitute for Education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* In reviewing the preferred qualifications section of this job posting, please describe in 500 words or less how you meet those preferred qualifications.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you currently hold a State of Texas Journeyman License or have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.

* If selected for this position, the relevant work history on your application is used to determine your rate of pay. Your submission of a complete application is critical to the pay calculation. Your overall relevant experience from your employment application will be used in this calculation, not the resume or cover letter. Do you understand these statements?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents

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