State of Washington Classified Job Specification
PLUMBER/PIPEFITTER/STEAMFITTER LEAD
Definition
Distinguishing Characteristics
Typical Work
Perform all duties of a plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter;
Lead assigned personnel in the performance of work;
Assure adherence to safety rules and precautions by assigned personnel;
Develop preliminary cost estimates for installation, construction, and repairs;
Develop methods and procedures to be followed by assigned personnel;
May perform work in other trades;
Perform related duties as required.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of: standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of plumbing, pipefitter, or steamfitter trades; kinds, uses, and qualities of fixtures; safety precautions.
Ability to: work from blueprints, plans, and sketches; estimate materials and time needed to complete jobs; use hand and power tools.
Legal Requirement(s)
Desirable Qualifications
One-year of full-time experience as a journey plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter or equivalent trade skill.
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Class Specification History
Revise class. Revises minimum qualifications; adopted July 2, 1990.
Revise class. Revises class code (formerly 5428), general revision; adopted May 10, 2007, effective
July 1, 2007