Plumbing Intern

Skills and Qualifications:

• A minimum of certificate in the field of plumbing or related fields.
  
• Have a wide understanding of the building industry, including knowledge of materials,trades, methods and legal requirements with at least one year working experience in the construction industry in residential and commercial buildings.
  
• Hands on experience working as a plumber
  
• Working computer skills
  
• Have a good working knowledge of good environmental management, health and safety safe working practices
  
• Have good spoken and written communication skills preferably a working knowledge of English
  
• Computer literate.
  

• General assistance to the plumber including assisting with all types of plumbing work which will include assisting with installations, inspections, diagnosing problems/faults/leaks, testing, repair and maintenance of pipes, fixtures and other water and plumbing systems used anywhere for water distribution and waste disposal
  
• Assisting in general plumbing work and preparation as directed
  
• As directed by the Line Manager to assist with storage, lifting, fetching supplies, unload and check deliveries
  
• Undertaking tasks to assisting plumber generally
  
• Liaising with line manager and other site workers and performing jobs as and when they are required., in accordance with contract/agreed requirements and within agreed time limits
  
• Ensure compliance to agreed codes, legislation, and procedures including health and safety
  
• Maintain accurate worksheets and records/documentation associated with your work
  
• Immediately report problems/failures that may impact on the organization and/or its clients/customers or which you think may effect health and safety to the Line Manager
  
• Follow building plans and blueprints.
  
• Respond to, diagnose, and resolve plumbing emergencies.
  
• Perform routine inspections of plumbing and drainage systems.
  
• Light construction, carpentry, painting, plastering, flooring, ceiling and electrical work as required.
  
• Prepare bids, budgets, and cost estimates.
  
• Keep accurate records of time spent working, description of work performed and materials used.
  
• Any other duties as assigned