Plumber I or II

Minimum Qualifications
This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications:

Plumber I:
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 and Certifications Required:
Must obtain the State of Texas Journeyman's Plumbing License within six (6) months of hire.

Plumber II:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) 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 four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

• State of Texas Master's Plumbing License.
• Texas Class C Operator's License or ability to obtain one within 90 calendar days of hire.

Physical Requirements:

• Moderate. Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.

Notes to Applicants

POSITION OVERVIEW :

Performs task in the repair, maintenance, and installation of AUS campus plumbing systems, to include domestic potable water and waster water systems, boilers, restroom fixtures, hot water heaters, water softeners, sump pumps and grease traps, potable water cabinets, water quality ponds and back-flow preventer and grease waste systems. Assist with the review and oversight of plumbing work that is performed by tenants, contractors, and consultants. Provide assistance and input as the subject matter expert for all AUS construction projects.

ASSESSMENT :

A skills assessment will be required for this position.

TRAVEL (Plumber I)

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.

Driving Requirement (Plumber II):
This position requires a Texas Class C Operator's License or ability to obtain one within 90 calendar days of hire. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin's Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

APPLICATION INFORMATION :

• A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
• Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities and employment dates on your online application.
• The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., "see resume" or "see LinkedIn profile").
• Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.
• Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes.
• The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

VETERAN :

Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

GOOD STANDING - DEPARTMENT / DIVISION POSTINGS :

Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employee must remain in Good Standing through the Top Candidate Selection phase at which time the Good Standing status will be re-verified.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL :

This position is categorized as an Essential Personnel. Essential personnel are required to come to work during emergencies or bad weather at the airport if they are scheduled to work and in some cases when they are not scheduled.

CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK :

Top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10 year criminal background check and security threat assessment.

LANGUAGE :

Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.

WORK HOURS :

Shift may change according to departmental needs. Work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekend work

SHIFT INCENTIVE :

Shift work includes shift differential incentive for evening and night shifts and weekends.

OVERTIME :

Overtime may be required with or without notice.

DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THE JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAYS

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the installation and repairs of plumbing fixtures and systems including gas, water and steam systems in a large commercial or industrial facility.
• Current and active State of Texas Journeyman or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Current and active State of Texas Back-flow Prevention Assembly Tester license ( BPAT ) or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


Plumber I
Plumber II
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. 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.


Plumber I
Plumber II
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.