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Position Overview And Primary Duties And Responsibilities (essential Functions):

Typical Pay/Range

$83,000 to $89,000 Yearly

Position Overview And Primary Duties And Responsibilities (essential Functions):

Sr. Maintenance Mechanic Plumber II

$83,000 to $89,000 Yearly

The Sr. Maintenance Mechanic performs skilled work in the installation, operation, maintenance, modification, service and repair to facilities plumbing and wastewater treatment systems, in direct support of Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations, Office of Facilities Management (OBO/FAC), located in Beijing, China. The Sr. Maintenance Mechanic monitors the performance of related systems by interpreting the energy management system alarms and temperature and pressure differentials, troubleshoot problems, and makes adjustments, when necessary. The Sr. Maintenance Mechanic also performs preventive maintenance work based on equipment manufacturers recommended procedures and the facilities computerized maintenance management system, CMMS. Maintains accurate records of buildings systems and equipment and ensures there are ample spare parts and materials in stock to keep systems operational.

Job Duties And Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
• Performs skilled mechanical maintenance by inspecting and testing elements of facilities systems to locate and diagnose faults and malfunctions.
• Monitors the performance of heating, cooling, and related systems by interpreting the energy management system alarms and temperature and pressure differentials.
• Assures the proper operation of a wide variety of mechanical systems and devices including pumps, motors, and compressors.
• Performs preventive maintenance to keep facilities systems to prescribed operating standards and/or performance rates.
• Troubleshoots problems and makes adjustments and/or performs required repairs using hand tools and precision measuring and testing devices.
• Provides detailed estimate of repair (and/or replacement) costs beyond the capability to perform.
• Repairs existing facilities systems according to work orders or verbal instructions by inspecting the work site to determine the materials, equipment, tool requirements, and method to be used; developing a plan or layout for the project or following a blueprint, sketch or schematic; assembling, fabricating or building and installing materials, equipment, or fixtures as required by the scope of work.
• Performs basic plumbing work by repairing existing plumbing and pipelines, replacing washers in valves, installing plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, water heaters, and connecting them to outlet and inlet pipes by fitting with gaskets, couplings, traps, and valves, and soldering connections to seal joints, and opening clogged drains and stopped-up toilets.
• Serves as a principal advisor to OBO/FAC and oversees the planning, organizing, coordinating of activities, resources, equipment and information for large single and/or multiple projects.

Required Qualifications And Experience:

CLEARANCE LEVEL: The clearance level Top Secret.

Required Qualifications

The Senior Maintenance Mechanic- Master Plumber (Level II) shall meet the qualifications below.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license to operate Mission vehicles.
• Must have good working knowledge to identify and mitigate safety hazards and capable to ensure Facilities comply with local environmental, U.S. OSHA and local safety standards.
• Mastery of project management concepts, methods, and best practices to provide expert guidance to Facilities Maintenance in meeting short- and long-term operational requirements and in developing plans that optimize operational efficiency and effectiveness in the assigned maintenance management and support area.
• Mastery of the full range of principles, concepts, methods, and practices in maintenance management required to oversee the planning and execution of operations and to ensure coordination with other related activities.
• Knowledge of regulations governing the acquisition of equipment, personnel, and supplies required to support Embassy operations. Ability to manage critical, time sensitive projects that require extensive coordination across program and organizational lines within the Mission, the Department, and with other USG agencies and non-governmental and private organizations; and the efficient management of assigned resources including government and contractor staff needed.
• Ability to take decisive action and obtain consensus on operational requirements on behalf of management.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals in garnering cooperation and support for key planning, operations, and management initiatives in the assigned program area.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals in garnering cooperation and support for key planning and project management initiatives in the assigned program area. Ability to provide leadership and work effectively, cooperatively, and harmoniously in a multi-disciplinary team environment under considerable stress and tight deadlines, and with minimal supervision in meeting demands associated with a high profile, result-driven activity. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing to plan, organize, coordinate, and oversee operations, provide advice and guidance, reconcile conflicting viewpoints, negotiate agreements with various stakeholders, resolve complex and often controversial technical and management issues, and represent Facilities in a variety of forums.

Master Level Plumber : A master plumber is a highly skilled tradesperson who installs, maintains, and repairs plumbing systems in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. Master plumbers are responsible for ensuring that all work complies with local, state, and federal building codes. Master plumber is the highest professional level of plumbing. Master plumbers work their way up from apprentice to journeyman to master. As a master plumber, your primary responsibilities are to install and to maintain water systems in commercial and residential buildings according to codes and regulations for safety and energy efficiency. Your job duties include sketching and reading blueprints, installing pipes, fixtures, and appliances for water systems like water heaters, showers, sinks, and toilets, and providing service and repairs for those items. As a master plumber, you may take on additional jobs, such as training and supervising apprentice and journeyman plumbers.

Level II: 8+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications Or Skills

Level II: 8+ years of relevant experience
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