Plumber Supervisor
Job Description
TITLE: Plumber Supervisor
JOB CODE: 5215
EFFECTIVE DATE:
FLSA STATUS: NE
EEO6 CODE: 6 = Skilled Crafts
PURPOSE: To supervise the installation, remodeling, maintenance and repair of plumbing
systems. Responsible for planning, laying out and supervising plumbing work on job sites and in
the shop.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Plans, assigns and supervises the work of Plumbers and
helpers in installation, repair and maintenance of water, air, gas, sewer and sump pump systems.
Supervises and inspects the installation and repair of pipes, sinks, traps, toilet fixtures, drains,
special laboratory sinks and tables, hot water units, heaters and kitchen equipment. Prepares
plans and sketches. Estimates time and materials necessary for jobs. Orders materials and
supplies. Performs related duties as required. Supervises inventory of materials and equipment.
Prepares reports.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
REPORTS TO: Minimal supervision after review of operational effectiveness with
specific instructions from the Superintendent of Buildings. Work assignments are
received in the form of work orders, sometimes accompanied by prints, sketches or oral
instructions. Work is performed in accordance with standard trade practices.
SUPERVISION: N/A
SUPERVISION-OTHER: General supervision to Plumber Leader and Plumbers.
REQUIRED EDUCATION: $education
REQUIRED EDUCATION-OTHER: High school graduation or 3 years experience.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / COMPETENCIES-OTHER:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCES/COMPETENCIES: Seven years of skilled/journey-level
experience including two years in a supervisory capacity. Valid Texas drivers license
required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Ability to use acetylene torches, pipe benders, cutters, and
threaders, wrenches, blueprints, and other tools common to the plumbing trade. Ability to use a
backhoe is preferred. In estimating materials and labor requirements. Working conditions are
considered acceptable, but occasionally involve exposure to weather elements. Alertness and
careful attention is required to avoid injury to self and others. Specific job requirements or
physical location of positions allocated to this classification render the security sensitive and
thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215 Texas Education Code.