Minimum Qualifications
This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications:
Plumber I: - Graduation an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in the installation and repair of plumbing fixtures and systems including gas, water, and steam systems.
- Experience may substitute for Education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Must obtain the State of Texas Journeyman’s Plumbing License within six (6) months of hire.
Plumber II: - Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience in the installation and repair of plumbing fixtures and systems including gas, water, and steam systems.
- Experience may substitute for Education up to four (4) years.
Licenses or Certifications:
State of Texas Master’s Plumbing License.
Texas Class C Operator’s License or ability to obtain one within 90 calendar days of hire.
Physical Requirements:
Moderate. Tasks involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to fifty (50) pounds.
Notes to Applicants
Plumber I or Plumber II - This position will perform task in the repair, maintenance, and installation of the AUS campus plumbing systems, to include domestic potable water and waste water systems, boilers, restrooms fixture, hot water heaters, water softeners, sump pumps and grease traps, potable water cabinets, water quality ponds and backflow preventers.
Assist with the review and oversight of plumbing work that is performed by tenants, contractors, and consultants.
Provide assistance and inputs as the subject matter expert for all AUS construction projects.
Plumber I - $24.56 - $28.80 per hour
Plumber II - $26.26 - $31.45 per hour
ASSESSMENT
A skills assessment will be required for this position.
TRAVEL (Plumber I) If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin
Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Driving Requirement (Plumber II):
This position requires a Texas Class C Operator’s License or ability to obtain one within 90 calendar days of hire. External New Hires must meet the
City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
- A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
- Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities and employment dates on your online application.
- The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., “see resume” or “see LinkedIn profile”).
- Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.
- Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes.
- The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.
VETERAN Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL This position is categorized as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to come to work during emergencies or bad weather at the airport if they are scheduled to work and in some cases when they are not scheduled.
CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10 year criminal background check and security threat assessment.
GOOD STANDING - DEPARTMENT / DIVISION EMPLOYEES Employees, in good standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and all preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employees must remain in good standing through the top candidate selection phase at which time the good standing status will be re-verified.
LANGUAGE Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.
SHIFT INCENTIVE Shift work includes shift differential incentives for evening and night shifts and weekends.
OVERTIME Overtime may be required with or without notice.
WORK HOURS Shift may change according to departmental needs; work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekend work.
DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THIS JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAYS . Pay Range
Plumber I: $24.56 - $28.80
Plumber II: $26.26 - $31.45
Hours
Sunday - Wednesday 2:30 pm - 1:00 am
Wednesday - Saturday 2:30 pm - 1:00 am
Sunday - Wednesday 4:00 am - 2:30 pm
Wednesday - Saturday 4:00 am - 2:30 pm
Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Hours may change depending on departmental needs.
Work hours may include after-hours, holidays, and weekend work.
Job Close Date 05/03/2024 Type of Posting External Department Aviation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Austin Bergstrom International Airport Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the installation and repair of plumbing fixtures and systems including gas, water and steam systems in commercial buildings.
- Current and active Journeyman or master Plumbing license.
- Current and active Back-flow Prevention Assembly Tester license ( BPAT ), or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. For Duties, Functions and Responsibilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Plumber I Plumber II Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. For Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, please select the appropriate job description below. Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Plumber I Plumber II Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Plumber I position are; graduation from high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in the installation and repair of plumbing fixtures and systems including gas, water, and steam systems. Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Must obtain the State of Texas Journeyman's Plumbing License within six (6) months of hire. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* Please describe your experience in the installation and repair of plumbing fixtures and systems including gas, water and steam systems in commercial buildings.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you currently have a State of Texas Master Plumbing License and/or a Journeyman License?
* Do you have a Back-flow Prevention Assembly Tester license (BPAT), or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire?
* Are you able to travel to multiple sites as part of your regular job duties?
* The Transportation Security Administration (TSA-division of the USA Dept. of Homeland Security) requires all employees of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to pass a minimum 10-year criminal background investigation and security threat assessment. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Check to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a 10-year Criminal Background Investigation and security threat assessment
* Were you referred to this opportunity by a current Aviation employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
(Open Ended Question)
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