City of Las Vegas

Plumber

City of Las Vegas  •  $123k/yr  •  Las Vegas, NV (Onsite)  •  12 hours ago
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Job Description

Posting number: 26SEP79828 - O

Department: Public Works Department

Job classification: Plumber

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works, Trades, Construction Trades

Summary

Career Opportunity

The city of Las Vegas invites applications for Plumber. This position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled plumbing tasks in the repair and maintenance of public buildings and facilities; performs maintenance and repair of park irrigation systems and park fixtures; and performs a variety of plumbing tasks in assigned area.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the full journey level class within the Plumber series. Employees within this class perform the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Supervision Received

Receives general supervision and work assignments from higher level staff.

Examination Process

A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the city of Las Vegas. The supplemental questions are the examination. Falsification of information may result in disqualification from recruitment or removal from a city position. Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date. The supplemental questions are weighted 100% for placement on an eligible list and must be worked on individually by the applicant only. The supplemental questions of all qualified applicants will be reviewed for placement on an eligible list. The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.

Eligible List

You must score 70% or higher on the written examination to be placed on the eligible list.

Selection Process

Final candidate selection will include list placement and may include a hiring interview (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks. The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for current and/or future openings which may include part-time or full-time positions.

Examples of duties

Essential Functions

  1. Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs a variety of city plumbing and irrigation systems and equipment, including flush valves, water and sewer lines, piping, hoses, fittings, adapters, couplings, broken valves and wood components; repairs leaks in faucets, drains, pumps, hot water tanks, piping and valves.
  2. Unclogs sinks, toilets, urinals; installs and maintains drinking fountains.
  3. Operates a variety of plumbing equipment and tools.
  4. Winterizes pipes and equipment.
  5. Eliminates odors from sewage drains, pumps and vent systems.
  6. Constructs new restroom facilities, including underground utilities; renovates restrooms to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements and the Uniform Plumbing Code.
  7. Assists in planning new plumbing systems; estimates time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisitions materials as required; maintains files and receipts.
  8. Provides technical guidance to other city maintenance staff; reviews blue prints; performs inspections to make recommendations on repairs or upgrades.
  9. Installs and maintains backflow prevention devices; maintains fertilizer injection systems.
  10. Overhauls pool and spa heaters; maintains filters, pumps, piping and valves.
  11. Fabricates waste disposal and leach field systems.
  12. Repairs or replaces gas and electric water heaters.
  13. Maintains boiler plumbing.
  14. Maintains and operates septic systems.

Marginal Functions

  1. Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
  2. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
  3. Responds to emergencies during evening and weekends.
  4. Performs general cleanup of job sites.
  5. Performs minor non-structural welding fabrication and installation projects.

Qualifications

Experience

Two years of increasingly responsible journey-level plumbing experience.

Training

Equivalent to graduation from high school, including additional specialized training in plumbing.

Licenses and Certifications

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.

Within 15 days of initial hire, provide documentation of completion of an OSHA-10 course in construction industry safety and health hazard recognition and prevention, developed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor.

Supplemental information

Knowledge of

Tools and materials used in plumbing work and building maintenance.

Methods and procedures used in plumbing repairs, replacements and new installation including various techniques used in soldering.

Repair and remodeling.

Waste disposal systems.

Blueprints and layouts.

Operational hazards and standard safety practices.

Applicable building codes.

Skills in

Using journeyman plumbing tools including a variety of wastewater line cleaning equipment.

Conducting a variety of skilled plumbing tasks.

Climbing and working at height on ladders, scaffolding and electric lifts.

Working within extremely confined spaces.

Assembling and installing air, gas, water and waste disposal systems.

Reading and interpreting blueprints.

Understanding and following oral and written instructions.

Communicating clearly and concisely.

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Working independently and without direct supervision.

Competencies

Core Workforce Competencies

Professionalism – Demonstrates core values by being honest, respectful and positive.

Effective Communication – Expresses verbal and written thought in a clear and understandable manner.

Customer Focus – Demonstrates genuine concern and satisfies external and/or internal customers based on the CLV core purpose and values.

Adaptability – Able to effectively modify behavior to suit changing workforce demands.

Problem Solving – Solves problems by considering all causes, solutions and outcomes.

Productive Partnerships – Develops, maintains and strengthens partnerships with others.

Technical and Safety Expertise – Possesses a depth of knowledge, skill and ability in a technical (job) area.

City of Las Vegas

About City of Las Vegas

The city of Las Vegas was founded on May 15, 1905 and is home to 678,922 residents. The largest city in Nevada, Las Vegas is governed by Mayor Shelley Berkley and six city council members. City Manager Mike Janssen, who was appointed by the city council, oversees administrative duties and the city’s more than 3,000 employees.

Covering 133 square miles, the city of Las Vegas is building a world-class destination to showcase the best in arts, culture, entertainment and medicine by expanding the revitalization of downtown Las Vegas with projects like the World Market Center and Symphony Park. To create and encourage new development and redevelopment throughout the city, work is being done to increase and diversify the city’s economy and create jobs through business attraction, retention and expansion programs.

Beyond the glitz and glamour, there is another Las Vegas for residents that is vibrant, affordable, economically and ethnically diverse and progressive where citizens feel safe, enjoy their neighborhoods and can access their city government. The city offers more than 85 beautiful parks, in addition to 10 public golf courses and 12 swimming pools for residents and visitors alike.

The city also continues to make strides towards becoming one of the most sustainable cities in the world, focusing efforts on conserving water and energy, recycling and building city facilities to standards that have the least impact on the environment.

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Las Vegas, Nevada
Year Founded
1905
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