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The City of Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities (PRCF) is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Master Plumber in the Facilities and Maintenance Operations Division. The incumbent is responsible for installing, repairing, replacing, and maintaining all plumbing fixtures, facilities, and equipment within the department. This includes, but is not limited to, all pools, public fountains, drinking fountains, and restroom facilities. 

Duties include but are not limited to:

DUTIES:

• Installing, testing, repairing, replacing, cleaning, and maintaining plumbing fixtures and equipment according to plumbing codes, regulations, and/or ordinances.
• Measuring, cutting, threading, and bending pipe to required angles, using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading, and bending machines.
• Reviewing blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
• Assisting other trades and general personnel in troubleshooting and correcting facility and equipment problems.
• Keeping records of assignments and completed tasks and producing detailed work reports.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Special Certifications, and Licenses:

Minimum Training and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four (4) years of journey-level plumbing experience.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.

Licensing Certifications and Other Special Requirements:

• Current Master Plumber license.
• Current and valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record and a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license within 30 days of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of plumbing codes, regulations, ordinances, and rules for skilled trades.
• Knowledge of proper applications for completing work competently, thoroughly, and efficiently.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability in operating, maintaining, and repairing pumps.
• Ability to safely operate power tools, grinders, pipe threading machines, and sewer cleaning machines.