Plumber - ABM Industries

Overview

The Plumber performs code compliant installation, maintenance, and repair work of plumbing systems and components however does not file for permits or provide installation sign offs, Primarily, hands on work involves assembling, installing, or repairing pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, and/or draining systems. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Benefit Information: 

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package.  For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM 2024 Employee Benefits | Front Line Team Members | (Programa de Beneficios de ABM)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Oversees and performs moderately technical and preventative maintenance tasks on all plumbing equipment. Performs troubleshooting and maintenance procedures needed to keep all plumbing equipment operating safely and efficiently.

Collaborates and sometimes leads employees on plumbing and other maintenance and repair assignments; and when required, oversees, and coordinates the work of the contracted vendors for outsourced plumbing services; and inspects finished product.

Assembles pipe sections, tubing, or fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.

Installs pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances, or fixtures using hand or power tools.

Installs energy-efficient and water-conserving equipment and alternative water sources.

Locates and marks the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures.

Measures, cuts, threads, or bends pipe to required angles using hand or power tools or machines.

Inspects structures to assess material or equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, or to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.

Develops plans, materials and equipment specifications, and estimates for plumbing related projects.

Prepares requisition orders for spot purchase of necessary materials and maintain inventory records of materials and supplies. Makes estimates related to time, materials, and/or labor costs for repair jobs or project plans. Prepares and completes appropriate documents, work orders, reports to include documenting length of time spent on each job, materials used, and describing work completed. Develops plumbing activity and repair standard operating procedures.

Conducts annual Backflow/RPZ inspections and testing.

May travel to remote campus facilities to accomplish repair, renovation, or restoration tasks as assigned.

May work hours beyond and other than normal work hours including holidays and weekends as needed. May work other than normal hours to accomplish special projects or respond to off-hours maintenance emergencies as needed.

Attends work regularly and observes approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.

Documents all plumbing service, repair and maintenance activities as required by code. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Works with and mentors' other employees in the FOM Dept. Carries out and engages help as needed for work on plumbing and other water conveyance systems. Carries out lead responsibilities if assigned in accordance with the ABM's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include service and repairs of plumbing systems; planning and carrying out hands on tasks and addresses plumbing and piping challenges and resolves problems.

General Qualifications and Requirements:

Education — High School Diploma/equivalent.

Experience — Minimum of six (6) year experience (12,000 hrs) repairing and maintaining plumbing systems.

Licensure and/or Certification — If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.

Other Qualifications:

Credentials related to fire sprinkler and other fire suppression systems a plus.

Regulatory Knowledge

Working knowledge of plumbing systems. Master level understanding of plumbing codes, working knowledge of building codes such as Fire Suppression and Water Management Codes, American with Disabilities Act, etc. or ability to learn how they apply to facilities. The ability to rapidly assimilate information related to all local, state, and federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies, and procedures.

Maintenance Knowledge

Skill in the use of hand and power plumbing and pipe fitting tools and equipment to accomplish plumbing tasks involved in maintenance, repair, dismantling, construction, refresh, and remodeling of the building structures. Ability to learn a variety of processes, procedures, methods, various standard materials, and supplies applicable to constructing, remodeling, maintaining, and repairing office buildings and other structures. Ability to learn procedures for and to operate equipment (jack hammers, etc.) safely and effectively. Ability to learn and effectively apply procedures for maintaining and making minor repairs to tools, equipment, and machinery. Work safely and effectively in construction environments involving heavy dust, dirt, noise, moving equipment, and other adverse factors. Ability to apply proper methods, techniques, and procedures in accomplishing a wide variety of repair, renovation, and construction projects. Understanding of basic mathematics, calculations, blueprints, schematics, charts, and symbols appropriate to the trade.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Customer Service Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others! views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Managing People — Works with management and other hourly staff in planning, facilitating work / process improvement; Takes responsibility for partnered or helper activities; Develops others' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products, and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a cooperative work environment; Motivates and works well with other trade workforce.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes work and projects correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Judgement - Displays willingness to make technical — plumbing related decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision -making process; Makes timely decisions.

Safety and Security - Observes and adheres to strict electrical safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Seeks increased responsibilities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Travel and/or Schedule — May be required to travel to remote campuses or alternate facilities to accomplish repair, renovation, or restoration tasks as assigned and work other than normal hours to accomplish special projects where authorized.

Other Skills and Aptitude

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical drawings and schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to document code required details. Ability to speak effectively to employees or client.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts related to determine pipe lengths and diameters associated with capacity and flow and pressure as well as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Combustion and water Analysis Measurement, Contact Management systems; Internet software; Order processing systems; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and [or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.