PSAB: Plumber (Water and Fuels Systems)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: PSAB: Journeyman Plumber - Saudi Arabia

• Location: Al Kharj Saudi Arabia
• Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
• Clearance Type: Secret

KBR Government Solutions delivers full life cycle professional and technical solutions that improve operational readiness and drive innovation. Our solutions help ensure mission success on land, air, sea, space and cyberspace for the Department of Defense, intelligence community, NASA and other federal agencies.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Prince Sultan Air Base (PSAB) Plumber/Water and Fuels Systems Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing plumbing, water, wastewater, fire suppression, and backflow prevention systems and components in accordance with established policies, procedures, systems, and requirements approved by the company.

These functions ensure the delivery of BASE OPERATING SUPPORT-INSTALLATION (BOS-I) services to the 378 Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW), mission partners, and tenant units, including transient, temporary duty (TDY), permanent party, and rotational personnel, as well as five (5) remote Army sites at PSAB, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Function as an integral team member, cooperating with and supporting U.S. deployed forces, and sharing information with other team members as required.
• Report to and receive assignments, instructions, and direction from the Foreman or General Foreman.
• Install, service, and repair all facets of plumbing from water heaters, urinals, toilets, and shower units.
• Provide leadership, instruction, and guidance to lower-level craftsmen and may reassign work delegated from supervisor.
• Complete records, maintain tools and equipment, and perform various clean-up and housekeeping activities.
• Assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings using hand and power tools.
• Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets.
• Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.
• Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs.
• Observe and follow all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment.
• Perform other duties and activities as directed.
• Ensure the successful delivery of services to 4,000 personnel, plus or minus 10%.

MATERIAL & EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED:

• May be exposed to potentially hazardous conditions requiring the use of personal protection equipment (PPE).
• Use of Land Mobile Radios, cell phones, laptop, and other devices to maintain contact and accountability of work activities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Work will be indoors and outdoors with exposure to heat, cold, dust, noise, and chemicals.
• Overtime and shift work may be required depending on contractual needs.
• Must be prepared to function in a wartime or contingency environment to support U.S. interests.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:

• Physical requirements include lifting up to 35 lbs, team lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, extended sitting or standing, stooping, stretching, and bending.
• Work may require using and wearing personal protective equipment.
• Moderate physical exertion is required including walking to operating areas.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• USAF AFSC 3E4X1 Water and Fuels Systems Maintenance.
• Completion of USAF AFSC 3E4X1 Water and Fuels Systems Maintenance or equivalent DOD school is highly desired.
• Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License and a passport book with at least 13 months of remaining validity and 6 blank visa/stamp pages.
• Must have and maintain a valid U.S. SECRET Security Clearance.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Candidate must meet CENTCOM MOD-15 theater requirements.

Experience:

• 4 years of experience delivering DOD BASE OPERATING SUPPORT-INSTALLATION (BOS-I) or similar work in an overseas or contingency environment. USAF experience is highly desired.

Skills:

• Pro-active, well organized, results-oriented, and a team player.
• Good working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Experience in contingency environments as well as knowledge & experience working with government contracts.