Plumber Associate

Job description

Installs and maintains plumbing systems under supervision of Foreman Plumber. SCHEDULE: Tuesday-Friday 7a-5:30p. Rotational On-call. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Installs and maintains plumbing operations and systems. Repairs or alters plumbing, steam, gas, and water systems, including the establishment of relevant cost estimates; repairs pipes, opens closed drains, and welds pipes. Repairs, removes, and installs plumbing fittings and cuts, threads, and bends pipes utilizing a cutting torch and other equipment as necessary. Locates, marks, cuts openings in walls, ceilings and floors to install or repair pipes, fittings or fixtures. Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, and garbage disposal units; replaces or repairs burst pipes. Joins and secures pipes by using epoxy, welding, soldering, brazing, fusing, caulking, clamps, brackets, or hangers; tests and inspects systems for leaks and malfunctions. Assists in scheduling work orders, completes paperwork, and organizes the shop facilities and equipment. Utilizes Boys Town vehicle to transport supplies and equipment to work locations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of a broad range of construction and remodeling plumbing practices, techniques, tools, equipment, and safety procedures. Knowledge of repairs and replacements of municipal water systems, low- and high-pressure steam, natural gas systems, and skills in installation and repair of plumbing systems. Ability to understand and interpret written and verbal instructions and ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner. Ability to organize assigned tasks for completion. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of 2 years of experience including plumbing and construction required. Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record required. Pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required. On-call (continuously or rotationally) to provide support and many work evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Vocational training or plumbing apprenticeship preferred. Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization. Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT: Requires moderate to heavy physical activity having to stoop, bend, kneel, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and 100 pounds with assistance. Work in difficult locations such as crawl spaces, attics, roofs and closets. May work at heights of 10 feet or more. Time may be spent outdoors where temperatures may vary from excessive heat to extreme cold or in a shop environment, which includes dust, noise, and exposure chemicals. Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do. At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results. About Boys Town: Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference. Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life. This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.