Benefits/Perks • Flexible Scheduling • Competitive Compensation • Career Advancement Opportunities Job Summary We are looking for a skilled and experienced Plumber to join our team! In this role, you will perform diagnostics, service, and installation of plumbing in residential and light commercial environments. You are a licensed Plumber with a commitment to quality in all the work you do. A team player who is comfortable working independently, you love the feeling of a job well done and take pride in completing customer jobs with efficiency. A positive attitude is a must! Responsibilities • Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, soldering, brazing, or welding equipment • Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand or power tools • Plan the layout of plumbing, using drawings • Perform maintenance of water supply systems • Install and maintain gas and liquid heating systems • Septic System Knowledge, to include driving the Vacuum Truck and cleaning of grease Traps, Grit Pits, etc. • Hydro-Jetter • Professionally interact with customers and clearly communicate work orders and statuses Qualifications • Valid Plumbing License • Minimum 1 year of professional experience • Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems • Ability to handle plumbing tools and equipment
See More Details >>Pay Scale: Classified Pay Grade: 7 $18.94/$22.68/$26.42 Primary Purpose: Under general supervision, maintain the flow and drainage of water, air and other gases by assembling, installing and repairing pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures district wide. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities. Qualification Guidelines: Education/Certifications: High School diploma or GED Valid Texas driver's license Texas Journeyman Plumber's License Experience: Five years' experience in plumbing field Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance and installation techniques Knowledge of plumbing codes Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics and written reference material Ability to perform mathematical calculations Ability to diagnose and resolve problems Ability to use hand and power tools Supervisory Responsibilities: Assist in the training and supervision of skilled trades plumbers Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands: Tools/Equipment Used: Hand and power tools, pipe bender, propane torch, welding equipment, sewer rooter, mini jetter, locator camera, heavy equipment, including forklift, trencher and backhoe, light truck or van Posture/Motion/Lifting: Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, around gas lines, around fumes and toxic chemicals, outside and inside Environment: Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent district wide travel, occasional prolonged and irregular hours; work indoors and outdoors to conduct on-site inspection of all facilities and construction projects; work around machinery with moving parts; work on ladders or scaffolding Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; communicate effectively and professionally at all times Major Responsibilities and Duties: Maintenance and Repair 1. Assemble, install, maintain and pressure test all pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water, chill water piping, drainage, sprinkler and gas systems according to specifications plumbing codes. 2. Determine sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs as indicated or according to work orders. 3. Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures and plumbing system equipment, including sinks commodes, water heaters, water softeners, etc. 4. Repair dishwashers and kitchen equipment that incorporate gas or water consumption. 5. Receive and complete work orders. 6. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates. 7. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used. 8. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment and materials. 9. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean. 10. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects. 11. Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds and equipment following established inspection procedures. 12. Respond to emergency calls as needed. Safety 13. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment. 14. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. 15. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition. 16. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc. 17. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately. 18. You will be required to be on a security and on call rotation. 19. Perform other duties as assigned.
See More Details >>Title: Maintenance Technician Looking for full-time, year-round, recession-proof work? As a maintenance technician in the residential property management field, you’ll have a consistent, secure job that enables you to work with your hands, help people, and solve problems. RPM maintenance technicians prepare apartments for new residents, make repairs in apartments of current residents, and perform routine maintenance in and around the community.This job and career path have advantages that you can’t find everywhere, even in other maintenance jobs, such as: Consistent work. The RPM industry is resilient, and as an RPM maintenance technician, you’ll have work even when COVID-19 guidelines result in closing down other industries, such as hospitality, restaurant, and retail. Also, you won’t experience seasonal lulls the way you might as HVAC contractor; construction worker; or other commercial maintenance specialists. Comprehensive benefits. With a job as an RPM maintenance technician, your needs are covered with a benefits package that includes health insurance, a 401(k), sick leave, and life insurance. RPM careers also offer paid holidays and vacations, and many provide rent reduction and tuition assistance. Range of work and knowledge. You’ll be trained and asked to fix problems with plumbing, electricity, heating, cooling, locks, carpentry, and more. Variety. No two days are alike. You’ll have different tasks in different apartments where you’ll interact with and help different people every day. Personal interaction. You’ll get to know the people you are helping in the community, and they’ll be thankful for what you do.A maintenance technician job is good for self-motivated problem-solvers who are eager to learn. The job may be especially well-suited for someone with technical school training or military, construction, contracting, or home repair experience. Companies tend to promote from within, so with some years of experience under your belt, you could become a regional maintenance manager for a portfolio of communities!Annual Base Salary Range*Entry level: $34,500 – $44,000Maintenance supervisor: $49,000 – $65,200Regional maintenance manager: $76,000 – $109,800Additional Earnings*Overtime and bonus pay: 6.7% – 11.4% of salaryHousing BenefitsSome employers offer rent reductions of 20% or more.* Source: CEL & Associates 2019 Real Estate Compensation Survey. These salary ranges are not reflective of every market and may be higher or lower depending on geographic area and employer. About the Company: National Apartment Association The National Apartment Association envisions a world where rental housing is a valued partner in every community. NAA is the leading voice for the rental housing industry and as a trusted partner, valued connector and a powerful advocate, we are committed to serving 145 state and local affiliates, over 91,000 members and more than 11 million apartment homes globally. We lead the way home. Company Size: 20 to 49 employees Industry: Other/Not Classified Founded: 0 Website: https://www.naahq.org/
See More Details >>Becoming a plumber typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 635,000 plumbers nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550, equivalent to $1,183 per week. In Victoria, TX, the average wage for plumbers is $1,025 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,071 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring plumbers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
