Plumber Supervisor I - Citywide - (7213) (A00002)

Under direction, plans, assigns and supervises work of journeyman plumbers engaged in maintenance and repair work in water, sewer and other plumbing systems and performs related duties as required.

Requires responsibility for: explaining and enforcing existing plumbing methods and procedures; makes frequent public contact with departmental personnel; prepares operating reports and records on various phases of plumbing maintenance. Nature of work involves some physical effort requiring walking and standing, frequent exposure to hazardous environments and disagreeable elements where injuries may be encountered.

The essential functions of this classification include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plans, assigns and supervises work of plumbers on maintenance, repair, remodel jobs, new construction sites at various locations; coordinates work with other trades involved in the work.
• Makes estimates regarding the amount of labor and materials needed for various jobs under his supervision.
• Identifies issues; solves problems and takes appropriate action in relation to plumbing jobs in a timely manner.
• Inspects and evaluates that work is completed correctly, on time and in compliance with codes and regulations.
• Purchases materials required for inventory and the installation of various plumbing jobs.
• Plans and coordinates safety meetings; schedules training for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); enforces work procedures and performs safety inspections.