Maintenance & Repair - Plumber Crew Leader

Duties: Under the supervision of the Maintenance and Repair Foreman, the Maintenance & Repair - Plumber Crew Leader will be responsible for:

• In the absence of the Foreman, the Plumber Crew Leader is to be in charge of planning work and supervising workmen assigned.
• Maintain and repair facilities that require plumbing, electrical, or other specialties as directed.
• Perform the repair and installation of plumbing, electrical equipment, building foundations, and other construction. Prepare estimates of material and labor costs as directed.
• Supervise and perform the repair and installation of plumbing systems, equipment, and fixtures.
• Keep accurate records of all labor and materials costs of work performed.
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the work area and assigned vehicle.
• Requisition supplies and equipment as required.
• Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed. Support all aspects of the Park District's safety program.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Pay Scale: Apprentice Rate: $25.80 per hour; After 3 months, base pay: $32.25 per hour. Maximum pay rate is $34.25 per hour.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to reach, walk, pull, kneel, squat, and bend at the waist and knees.
• Ability to manipulate tools as needed to complete job duties.
• Ability to operate vibratory tools as needed to complete job duties.
• Ability to balance on ladders and uneven surfaces.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability to distinguish colors relative to electrical wiring.
• Ability to detect noxious odors relative to job duties.
• Ability to understand and complete record keeping and paperwork relative to job duties.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Education: A high school diploma required.

Experience: Two years experience in construction or maintenance repair work. Work experience with plumbing, irrigation, and electrical systems is required.

Licensure: Must maintain a valid Illinois Department of Health State Plumbing License.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Basic knowledge of maintenance repairs. 
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions. 
• Aptitude for on-the-job training.
• Ability to work effectively with Park District personnel.
• Must maintain a valid Illinois state Driver's License.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.
• Personal – Work record that shows reliability, initiative, creativity, tact, and resourcefulness.

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid sick days, vacation days, and holidays.
• Longevity bonus program and wellness program.
• Pension and retirement programs and Social Security participating.
• Exceptional health plan.
• Paid Life Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• Full-time employees and dependents enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.  

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.  

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.