Plumber

Location: West Drayton

Rate: £ 16.35 p/h

Dept: Production Facility Services/Maintenance

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 and responsible for all Legionella PPM management. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities.

Qualifications: Education/Certification: Valid Clean license Valid NVQ 3, 3 years + experience.

Knowledge/Skills: 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

Experience: 3 years’ experience in plumbing in commercial buildings

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Maintenance and Repair

1. Assemble, install, maintain, and pressure test all pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, drainage, sprinkler, and gas systems according to specifications and 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 labour used.

8. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.

9. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean. Plumber Job Description

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 and when on call.

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. Other Duties as Assigned

18. Other duties could include working in other areas of the maintenance department to provide support during absences or shortage of staff in other trades or to perform duties associated with light construction projects.

19. Requires flexibility and understanding that all maintenance staff may be required to perform duties outside their normal area of expertise to meet the mission and goals of the Facility Services Department. Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Equipment Used: Hand and power tools; pipe bender; propane torch; soldering equipment; sewer rooter; heavy equipment, including, trencher, backhoe. Light truck or van.

For more information on this role, or any other roles we currently have, please contact us via: Text/Whatsapp: 07715 641920 You can also find us on Facebook at: Facebook.com/redrcuk or Instagram: @redrecruitmentconsultants



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