Plumber jobs in Great Falls, MT

Skilled crafts responsibility for providing the installation, alteration and maintenance of plumbing and mechanical systems in the city’s buildings and facilities.  Work is performed under the general direction of the Utilities Foreman.

• A high school diploma or equivalent. 
• Completion of a plumber’s apprenticeship program.

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

• Montana and City Plumbers and Gas Licenses
• Montana Backflow Prevention Certificate 
• Low pressure boiler’s licenses.
• Possession of a valid Montana Class A CDL with tanker endorsement. (or able to obtain within 6 months of employment). 

• Considerable knowledge of plumbing practices and procedures, including water, sewer and gas.
• Considerable knowledge of local and state plumbing codes.
• Considerable knowledge of plumbing materials and tools.
• Ability to establish working relationships with peers, supervisors, and the general public.

 CORE COMPETENCIES 

• Technical Capacity
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY 

This position does not supervise staff.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions and confined spaces. The employee is exposed to cold, heat, snow, wind, rain.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, crawl, twist, reach, push, pull, pick, pinch, kneel, grasp, climb, ride and perform similar body movements. Must have the ability to perform heavy physical work and to lift and carry up to 100 pounds at a time; the possession of hand/eye coordination sufficient to use hand and power tools and operator a motor vehicle; the ability to talk and hear in person or by telephone and two-way radio; and the ability to see and read blueprints and instructions. 

 EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK 

The work schedule is a 40-hour work week, Sunday through Saturday.  Work is typically performed Monday through Friday. This position is a non-exempt and eligible for overtime.  Any overtime must be authorized prior to working.

 TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the business day. Occasional travel may be required to attend off-site training and educational opportunities.