914-Plumbing - 5598-914 Plumber Trade Helper

Village Management Services, Inc.'s mission is to serve the residents of Laguna Woods Village with the highest level of customer service and professionalism, making Laguna Woods Village the premier active-adult community in Southern California.  We value integrity, quality, dedication and open communication in a rewarding and challenging environment.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, to prepare, set up for repair/maintenance of water, sewer, gas lines in resident manors, residential buildings, community facilities and outside buildings; performs related work as required.  Work involves regular contact with other departments, divisions and residents.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from high school and some experience in plumbing work or equivalent combination of education and experience that produces the following:

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the job

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, tools and equipment of the plumbing trade.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations regarding plumbing and sewer systems.

• Ability to read and write work-related job instructions in English.
• Ability to learn basic electrical procedures and safety precautions.
• Ability to operate equipment that requires a high degree of manipulative skill.
• Ability to work from sketches and diagrams, to understand and carry out oral/written instructions.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others in English.
• Ability to understand and relate to the needs and concerns of senior citizens.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and residents.

• Ability and agility to sufficiently perform routine or heavy manual tasks.

• Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment used in the plumbing trade.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass respiratory pulmonary function test.
• Ability to pass qualitative and/or quantitative respirator fit test.

VMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.