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Maintenance Mechanic (Plumber)

Req ID
2023-24951
Dept
Parks Department
Position
Regular Full-Time
Location
Parks Franklin Park
Salary Min
43,593.14
Salary Max
56,289.85
Union
AFE
Openings
1
Posting End Date
12/27/2023
Contact Email
Deanine.Bell@boston.gov

Overview:

 

This is a provisional appointment.

 

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION (essential functions of the job):

 

Under general supervision,performs work tapping, installing and repairing piping systems and fittings for water systems; performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work as needed; an does related work as required. 

 

INDIVIDUALS WISHING TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION MUST COMPLETE THE CIVIL SERVICE LABOR SERVICE REGISTRATION PROCESS FOR THE POSITION AT http://www.mass.gov/hrd/macs IN ADDITION TO COMPLETING THE CITY OF BOSTON CAREER CENTER APPLICATION.  

 

This position is open to employees of the Parks and Recreation Department in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 31. as well as external applicants.

Responsibilities:

  • Installs and repairs hot or cold water pipes and makes all necessary connections with full responsibility for such installations. 
  • Drills and taps water and sewer mains and laterals.
  • Lays pipe up to six-inch size for water lines.
  • Wipes and tests joints.
  • Supervises and instructs water meter repairmen in replacement of meters and performs plumbing work incident thereto.
  • Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures. 
  • Performs skilled or semi-skilled maintenance and repair work in a variety of trades as assigned. 

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

  • Applicant must have  A.) at least two (2) years of paid experience as a plumber. Ability to install and repair hot or cold water pipes.
  • Ability to make corrections.
  • Ability to tap water and sewer mains.
  • Ability to supervise and instruct.
  • Ability to perform skilled or semi-skilled maintenance and repair work in a variety of trades as assigned.   

Employment Site: Working out of Franklin Park Maintenance Facility as assigned.

BOSTON RESIDENCY REQUIRED

MASS DRIVER LICENSE REQUIRED

 

C.O.R.I check required. 



TERMS:
Union/salary plan/grade: AFSCME/RA12L
Hours/week: 40

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