Plumber I (Concord)

Overview :

Executes the daily operation, ongoing maintenance, installation and annual projects assigned for the Utilities Plumbing Department. Responsible for installing, repairing and maintaining pipes, fixtures and other plumbing used for water distribution and wastewater disposal in amusement and water parks. Maintains boilers, bathrooms, sinks, kitchen equipment, drains, lift stations, grease traps, and other related equipment as required to support a large amusement facility. Maintains Fire Systems and performs minor repairs.

Responsibilities :

• Installs, repairs, and maintains plumbing, systems supports and hangers for pipe, fixtures and equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance (planned internal inspections) on water rides and plumber installations, as well as preventative maintenance on plumbing equipment and machinery, based on manufacturer and park standards.
• Tests and observes pressure gauges for leaks to repair if needed.
• Reads blueprints and drawings to determine exact specifications and where plumbing systems exist and will be installed. Ensure use of materials needed for installation, including type and size of pipe.
• Assembles pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, and welding equipment.
• Measures, cuts, threads, and bends pipe to required angle.
• Locates and repair issues with water supply lines; unclogs drains safely and without causing damage to company property.
• Ensures that the steam plant (boiler) is providing necessary steam to food preparation locations.
• Completes all related documentation in a timely and appropriate manner (i.e., records, reports, logs).
• Ensures that all installations, repairs, and maintenance are properly sized, aligned, supported, and at specified grade by AWWA standard and meets all standards of health, building and safety guidelines, and codes.
• Assists in parts ordering and maintaining inventory of parts and equipment to anticipate needs, while keeping within budget guidelines.
• Interacts with and communicates with various groups and individuals, such as the immediate supervisor, other Park managers and staff, co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, inspectors, etc.
• Provides guest service according to Six Flags standards when serving the guest, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions, and giving directions.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and performs all duties in compliance with Six Flags safety guidelines and requirements and reports all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervisor.
• Meets scheduling availability requirements, including nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
• Meets Six Flags attendance requirements as outlined in Six Flags attendance policies.
• Adheres to Six Flags code of conduct including costuming and grooming standards as outlined in employees Guidelines and other park / division specific policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Themed amusement park experience a plus.

At least 18 years of age.

Ability to pass a mandatory or random drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state or provincial law.

Ability to pass a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.

Must be able to read blue prints and schematics, technical manuals and diagrams, and policy and procedure manuals.

Ability to wear personal protective equipment including steel toed shoes.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities : Good knowledge of plumbing regulations. Good skills in handling plumbing tools and equipment (pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, plungers etc.). Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Good verbal and written communication skills.

Education : High school graduate or equivalent. Related degree or vocational training preferred.

License or Certification : Ability to obtain Journeyman Plumbing Certification if required. Valid drivers license. Canada : Trade license or equivalent depending on trade.

Experience : Typically requires 2-4 years of plumbing experience.

Equivalency : Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and / or competencies may be considered in place of the above requirements.