Plumbing Technician

Job Objective

• Install, repair and maintain all plumbing, water treatment, distribution and waste water disposal.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled inspection on plumbing system and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair
• Carryout preventive ad corrective maintenance on plumbing system ensuring all systems are in good working condition
• Inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs for specified plumbing activities and make appropriate requisition to the Building Service Manager
• Ensure all water systems and pipes in the facility are in good working condition; monitor and check water flow and temperatures
• Ensure water treatment plant i.e. Filter, aeration tank, dosing pump and transfer pump are functional; report any breakdown to Line Manager.
• Repair defective plumbing by locating the cause of the defect and correcting or replacing defective part, pipes or opening clogged drains
• Inspect all water treatment, storage and structures for infestation of pest, rodents and bugs and report all signs of infestation to the Building Service Manager for immediate treatment.
• Ensure all chemical treatment equipment is fully operational
• Ensure sewage systems, lift station, blowers and chemical closing pump are functional at all time.
• Prepare requisition list for materials required to execute planned maintenance tasks
• Provide support during utility emergencies in the premises. Undertake duties as assigned or emergency tasks as directed by the Line Manager
• Attend departmental meetings scheduled and prepare relevant activity report as required by Line Manager.

Experience and Qualifications

• O' level Certificate in WASSCE or NECO
• Relevant trade qualification will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 2 - 3 years' relevant experience.

Competency and Skills Requirements:

• Ability to resolve problems and adhere to health and safety guidelines
• Ability to deal with other contractors or maintenance workers
• Be flexible, resourceful and self-motivated
• Physically strong – capable of working with machinery or moving heavy equipment
• Able to resolve complaints quickly and efficiently
• Able to work as part of a team
• Good communication skills.

Person Specification:

• Good grooming and professional outlook.
• Very good customer service and people management skills.
• Good crisis/conflict management skills.
• Environmental awareness and pays attention to details.
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities and take initiative.
• Must be conversant with hazard spotting and emergency procedures.