Plumber

Career Opportunity The city of Las Vegas invites applications for Plumber. This position p erforms a variety of semi-skilled and skilled plumbing tasks in the repair and maintenance of public buildings and facilities; performs maintenance and repair of park irrigation systems and park fixtures; and performs a variety of plumbing tasks in assigned area.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the full journey level class within the Plumber series. Employees within this class perform the full range of duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Supervision Received

Receives general supervision and work assignments from higher level staff.

Examination Process

A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the city of Las Vegas. The supplemental questions are the examination. Falsification of information may result in disqualification from recruitment or removal from a city position. Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date. The supplemental questions are weighted 100% for placement on an eligible list and must be worked on individually by the applicant only. The supplemental questions of all qualified applicants will be reviewed for placement on an eligible list. The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.

Eligible List

You must score 70% or higher on the written examination to be placed on the eligible list. Selection Process

Final candidate selection will include list placement and may include a hiring interview (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks. The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for current and/or future openings which may include part-time or full-time positions.

Essential Functions

• Installs, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs a variety of city plumbing and irrigation systems and equipment, including flush valves, water and sewer lines, piping, hoses, fittings, adapters, couplings, broken valves and wood components; repairs leaks in faucets, drains, pumps, hot water tanks, piping and valves. • Unclogs sinks, toilets, urinals; installs and maintains drinking fountains. • Operates a variety of plumbing equipment and tools. • Winterizes pipes and equipment. • Eliminates odors from sewage drains, pumps and vent systems. • Constructs new restroom facilities, including underground utilities; renovates restrooms to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements and the Uniform Plumbing Code. • Assists in planning new plumbing systems; estimates time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisitions materials as required; maintains files and receipts. • Provides technical guidance to other city maintenance staff; reviews blue prints; performs inspections to make recommendations on repairs or upgrades. • Installs and maintains backflow prevention devices; maintains fertilizer injection systems. • Overhauls pool and spa heaters; maintains filters, pumps, piping and valves. • Fabricates waste disposal and leach field systems. • Repairs or replaces gas and electric water heaters. • Maintains boiler plumbing. • Maintains and operates septic systems.