Plumber (Construction & Demolition Department)

CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION DEPARTMENT PLUMBER Protecting Our Neighbors and the Environment We are proud that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has recognized Detroit's demolition program as one of the safest in the country, due to the many steps we take to protect our residents and the environment. Under general supervision, performs the more difficult plumbing work involved in the maintenance, construction, alteration and repair of water, drainage, heating, gas, other industrial or commercial systems, and related fixtures, fittings and accessories. Studies and works from drawings, blueprints, rough sketches or oral instructions. Inspects structure to determine obstructions to be avoided. Selects appropriate fixtures and materials. Locates and marks positions of pipe, pipe connections, and passage holes. Cuts or bores openings in walls and floors to accommodate piping and pipefittings. Cuts and threads pipe and bends pipe to proper angle. Assembles and installs valves and pipefittings. Connects tubing and fittings. Squares tubing and fixtures. Wipes and test joints. Applies sealing compound and joins pipes in specified sequence. Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures such a