POSITION: Plumber

REPORTS TO: Facilities Supervisor

LOCATION: USVI Territory
AIRPORT: Henry E. Rohlsen (St. Croix)

SUMMARY
The Plumber is responsible for inspecting, installing, monitoring, repairing and maintaining plumbing systems including water lines, pumps, underground water sewer lines, vents, drainage systems, and plumbing fixtures in accordance with applicable codes. The Plumber will work under the supervision of a Maintenance Supervisor but will have considerable technical independence, requiring direction only in cases where unusual problems or requiring major deviations from original instructions arise. Administrative or technical superiors will review work during or upon completion of the job for compliance with instructions and for conformity to established standards of maintenance, installation or repair.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Installs, maintains, and repairs saltwater flushing systems and sewage disposal lines, and necessary connections, valves and outlets.
• Inspect lines for leaks of breaks, and repairs connections and broken lines, or cuts off water pending repair by property owners.
• Monitor cistern levels and pressure associated with sprinkler systems and controlled water works.
• Connect property distribution lines into main sewer or water lines.
• Installs faucets, valves, washbowls, and other water and sanitary facilities.
• Cleans clogged sewer lines and lays water distribution pipes.
• Replaces broken fixtures and pipes; threads and cuts pipe and makes necessary connections.
• Performs other related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Knowledge of hydraulics theory as applied to the plumbing trade.
• Knowledge of function and operation of commercial and industrial plumbing equipment.
• Knowledge of safety requirements.
• Knowledge of the codes and regulations.
• Knowledge of materials and tools used in the maintenance and repair of plumbing equipment.
• Knowledge of plumbing industry standards.
• Skill in the use and care of testing, diagnostic and repair equipment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to read and interpret diagrams, blueprints and specifications.
• Ability to make time material and cost estimates of small installations and repair jobs.
• Ability to create reports of work performed and other related documents and do work related paperwork.
• Ability to work long hours standing and do manual work.
• Good health and physical agility sufficient to climb poles, ladders, etc.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and all other persons contacted while the work.
• Able to work overtime and be available for after-hours call-ins or emergencies.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years of experience in the installation, repairs, and maintenance of a variety of plumbing systems
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must possess a valid ID as a condition of employment.
• Must possess an active Master Plumber License in the Virgin Islands.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle to feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds which may be adjusted from time to time in accordance with the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN RETURN:
• Full-Time Salary Position
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401K with company match
• 19 Holiday, Paid Time Off, Sick Time
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Accidental Death
• Access to opportunities to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization
• Company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied career development

Avports is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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