JOB SUMMARY Under direct supervision, is responsible for assisting Journeyman Plumber in Plumbing Construction Services projects at Division of Environmental Health and Engineering (DEHE). Each apprentice shall have read and understand the Apprenticeship Agreement and Terms of Apprenticeship.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Pre-construction Duties; Assists Journeyman Plumber with providing material takeoffs for plumbing requirements of the project.
• Construction Duties; Assists Journeyman Plumber in providing plumbing code inspection/installation of all plumbing work on projects. Constructs project activities in accordance with ANTHC Guidelines.
• Community Relations Duties; Demonstrates and adheres to skills in observing and complying with all federal, state, and local ordinances, and the ANTHC Standards of Conduct. Works with the Journeymen Plumber to promote ANTHC and DEHE mission.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

OUTLINE OF ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/FUNCTIONS (TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO): Apprentices assist Journeyman level staff, building, maintaining and repairing residential and commercial sanitation or clinic facilities.  They are assigned to multiple projects and must be able to readily assess/adjust priorities and refocus efforts as needed to meet individual project requirements, workload, and program objectives.

1. Level I Requirements (Introductory period)    • The introductory period is the first 1000 hours in on-the-job training for the apprentice.     • If the apprentice has previous experience and documented hours in the trade, he/she will still enter into the program’s introductory period and credit will   be granted after the period is completed.  The credit granted will be based on the apprentice’s previous work, training/education record, and evaluation of his/her performance and demonstrated skill and knowledge in the introductory period.  If credit is granted, the apprentice must also complete the related studies in order to progress to the next level and receive a wage increase.    • An entry-level apprentice will assist the Journeyman with all aspects of the trade.  This includes install, alter, repair and maintain systems designed for all types of buildings, structures and premises.

+--------------------------+--------------------------+--------------------------+ | APPRENTICE LEVELS FOR |   |   | | PLUMBER | | | | | QUALIFYING | RELATED INSTRUCTION | | | | TRAINING COMPONENT | | | OJT HOURS | | +--------------------------+--------------------------+--------------------------+ | Level I (Introductory | 0-1000 hours | Introductory Period | | Level) | | | +--------------------------+--------------------------+--------------------------+ | Level II | 1000-2000 hours | Complete Level I (of | | | | related instruction | | | | schedule) | +--------------------------+--------------------------+--------------------------+ | Level III | 2000-3000 hours | Satisfactory Progress | +--------------------------+--------------------------+--------------------------+ | Level IV | 3000-4000 hours | Complete Level II | +--------------------------+--------------------------+--------------------------+ | Level V | 4000-5000 hours | Satisfactory Progress | +--------------------------+--------------------------+--------------------------+ | Level VI | 5000-6000 hours | Complete Level III | +--------------------------+--------------------------+--------------------------+ | Level VII | 6000-7000 hours | Satisfactory Progress | +--------------------------+--------------------------+--------------------------+ | LevelVIII | 7000-8000 hours | Completes Level IV | +--------------------------+--------------------------+--------------------------+

• Level II-IV includes the same requirements as Level I, with more detailed on-the-job training. • Register for and pass 144 hours/year of required instructions from AVTEC. • Responsible for rough plumbing.  Construct plumbing trees.  Also, rough and finish plumbing of buildings, well houses, sewage lift stations, and water treatment facilities.    • Ensures logistical support of work activities (tools, materials, and equipment) is complete. • Assist in providing material takeoffs from single line, schematic, plan, and panel drawings.  Constructs electrical control panels.  • They also alter, remodel and repair existing plumbing systems and install plumbing fixtures. • Assist in providing technical assistance and troubleshooting of existing sanitation facilities plumbing systems.  Responds to sanitation facilities emergencies as directed.

Required Skills

Apprentices for this position will need to demonstrate proven plumbing skills and experience in residential and commercial construction. Demonstration in the following areas is required:

• Sanitation facilities (water and sewer) construction
• Rural Alaska logistics, conditions, and construction materials
• Cold weather construction
• Alaska Native cultures

Learn and understand the skill in;

• Interpreting written plans and specifications
• Preparing plumbing material take-offs for the purpose of material ordering
• Communicating effectively with engineers, other field and community employees and residents

_ Learn and understand the ability to;_

• Perform the full range of plumbing and mechanical tasks independently
• Interpret and follow plumbing code and specifications such as blueprints, manuals, sketches, and work orders
• Determine materials needed for the project and prepare cost estimates

Additional required skills

• Word processing and computer drafting programs (AutoCad)
• Establishing and maintain cooperating working relationships with others

Required Experience

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION High School Diploma or GED.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION Non-supervisory – None.

MINIMUM LICENSE QUALIFICATION: A valid State of Alaska Driver’s License is required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires frequent travel to and within remote locations by small plane, boat, snowmobile, or ATV. Will be required to work outside the traditional work schedule. Position is physically demanding and requires lifting and carrying equipment and supplies up to 70 pounds. Work may occur in uncomfortable positions, while frequently bending, reaching, stretching, crouching, and climbing.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work occurs mostly outdoors in all types of weather and field conditions such as rain, fog, snow, mud, and cold weather.
• Food and Housing: Food is not provided by ANTHC. Office space is provided which ANTHC employees may use as housing.
• Time on site may vary from several weeks for small jobs to several months for larger jobs.
• Project Scheduling/Personal Travel: There are no scheduled project breaks for personal reasons - it will be at the expense of the individual and approved by the Project Engineer/Manager.
• Daily project activities will be under the direction of the construction manager.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The following demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Must be able to lift approximately 20 pounds.    ANMC is not a latex free environment. Therefore, some latex exposure can be expected.

Apprentices for this position will need to demonstrate proven plumbing skills and experience in residential and commercial construction. Demonstration in the following areas is required:

• Sanitation facilities (water and sewer) construction
• Rural Alaska logistics, conditions, and construction materials
• Cold weather construction
• Alaska Native cultures

Learn and understand the skill in;

• Interpreting written plans and specifications
• Preparing plumbing material take-offs for the purpose of material ordering
• Communicating effectively with engineers, other field and community employees and residents

_ Learn and understand the ability to;_

• Perform the full range of plumbing and mechanical tasks independently
• Interpret and follow plumbing code and specifications such as blueprints, manuals, sketches, and work orders
• Determine materials needed for the project and prepare cost estimates

Additional required skills

• Word processing and computer drafting programs (AutoCad)
• Establishing and maintain cooperating working relationships with others