Plumber

Job description / Role

German International school Dubai has as an immediate opportunity for a well-qualified Plumber with commercial experience. Please review Job requirements carefully and apply only if your profile is matching. Dead line for the application is 15th July, 2018. Date of Joining would be 1st September, 2018.

Job Description:
• Diagnosis, maintenance, repairs and operation of all Water tank, Irrigation and swimming pool filtration systems
• Fix plumbing problems such as unclogging drains, plunging toilets, tightening loose toilet seats, refilling grout, repairing leaky spigots and faucets using appropriate techniques
• Assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
• Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks
• Study building plan and inspect structure in order to assess material and equipment needs, establish the sequence of pipe installations and plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring
• Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels
• Measure, cut, thread, and bend pipe to required angle using equipment such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, and pipe-bending machines
• Install and maintain pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances (e.g., dishwashers, washing machines, water heaters, Water dispensers) and fixtures (e.g., sinks, toilets)
• Perform miscellaneous civil repair works related to plumbing.
• Conduct daily inspections of the Water tank, Irrigation and swimming pool systems to ensure optimum operating conditions and prevent unnecessary interruption or breakdowns of operations.
• Ensure that appropriate service manuals, technical manuals and blueprints are utilized during preventive maintenance, repair or replacement of components
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment, including cleaning, lubrication and calibration if required
• Report any serious maintenance problems, unusual findings, accidents, injuries or other safety hazards immediately to the Supervisor/Manager
• Identify, locate, and operate all shut-off valves for equipment
• Maintain proper maintenance inventory, requisition parts and supplies as needed
• Comply with quality assurance expectations, best engineering practices and standards
• Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with School policies and procedures
• Ensure uniform, ID tags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with School policies and procedures
• Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing and employ correct lifting procedures to avoid injuries
• Follow our school specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., evacuations, medical emergencies)
• Follow Hazardous Material Management Program procedures for handling and disposing of chemicals, fertilizer, pesticides etc., including using Material Safety Data Sheets
• If required complete appropriate safety training and certifications
• Work Independently or with minimum supervision
• Perform other tasks as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

Physical Tasks:
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 kg without assistance
• Assist with moving, lifting, carrying, and placing of objects weighing in excess of 50 kg
• Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines to identify defects and keep the area clean.
• Move up/down stairs and service ramps, carrying ladder.
• Assemble/Dismantle scaffolding with other team members
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting and pulling

Salary & Benefits:
• We offer a highly competitive salary and package which includes: housing allowance, transport allowance, uniform, annual flight allowance, medical coverage, accident insurance. We also provide training and career development opportunities.

German International school Dubai is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, sexual orientation in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, recruitment and termination of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.

Requirements

• Technical/vocational diploma or equivalent
• At least 4 years of related work experience in UAE
• Preferred experience on swimming pool systems
• Able to write and speak in English
• Technical and problem solving skills
• Candidates must be present in UAE while applying (on tourist/visit/resident visa)

About the Company

A leading international school in UAE.