Position Summary: To be responsible, under the supervision of the Superintendent and Project Manager, for plumbing repairs in all residential and commercial sites. Duties: • Duties may include but are not limited to the following: • Perform plumbing duties in connection with a wide variety of building alterations, maintenance and repair projects. • Install, alter, replace, and repair plumbing projects as required such as water, sewage, and drainage systems. • Cut, bend, assemble, and install various pipes, fittings, and fixtures for water, sanitary, drainage, heating, gas, and other plumbing systems which involve the performance of hand, bench, and maintenance plumbing tasks. • Install, alter, repair, or replace all plumbing fixtures. • Thread, ream, assemble, caulk, solder, and weld various pipes and component parts. • Install, alter, and repair valves, fittings, and other plumbing parts and equipment, including such items as hot water boilers, sterilizers, steam tables, sinks, thermal control apparatus, sprinkler heads, hydrants, and service pipes. • Repair and install new water/drainage lines and waste/sewage pipes. • Check plumbing fixtures for leaks and other defects, opening and cleaning clogged drains, pipes, and traps. • Advise on selecting, ordering, and storing plumbing supplies and equipment. Requirements • High School diploma or equivalent with on-the-job and formal classroom training in plumbing work in • construction, maintenance, commercial, and residential environments • Experience in plumbing repair, maintenance, and installation in addition to on-the-job training • Proficient mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate all necessary tools and equipment to perform various plumbing projects. • Knowledge of machines and tools used in the construction or repair of houses, buildings and other structures. • This knowledge includes machine and tools design, uses, repairs, and maintenance. • Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Position Summary: To be responsible, under the supervision of the Superintendent and Project Manager, for plumbing repairs in all residential and commercial sites. Duties: • Duties may include but are not limited to the following: • Perform plumbing duties in connection with a wide variety of building alterations, maintenance and repair projects. • Install, alter, replace, and repair plumbing projects as required such as water, sewage, and drainage systems. • Cut, bend, assemble, and install various pipes, fittings, and fixtures for water, sanitary, drainage, heating, gas, and other plumbing systems which involve the performance of hand, bench, and maintenance plumbing tasks. • Install, alter, repair, or replace all plumbing fixtures. • Thread, ream, assemble, caulk, solder, and weld various pipes and component parts. • Install, alter, and repair valves, fittings, and other plumbing parts and equipment, including such items as hot water boilers, sterilizers, steam tables, sinks, thermal control apparatus, sprinkler heads, hydrants, and service pipes. • Repair and install new water/drainage lines and waste/sewage pipes. • Check plumbing fixtures for leaks and other defects, opening and cleaning clogged drains, pipes, and traps. • Advise on selecting, ordering, and storing plumbing supplies and equipment. Requirements • High School diploma or equivalent with on-the-job and formal classroom training in plumbing work in • construction, maintenance, commercial, and residential environments • Experience in plumbing repair, maintenance, and installation in addition to on-the-job training • Proficient mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate all necessary tools and equipment to perform various plumbing projects. • Knowledge of machines and tools used in the construction or repair of houses, buildings and other structures. • This knowledge includes machine and tools design, uses, repairs, and maintenance. • Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the plumbing trade in Sunnyvale, CA typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally last four to five years, demanding extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 736,000 plumbers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550, equivalent to $29.59 per hour. In Sunnyvale, the average wage for plumbers is approximately $1,514.25 per week, with experienced professionals often earning over $108,000 annually. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring plumbers in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
