Plumber 2

Who We Are Host to hundreds of popular events and conventions, the Ohio Expo Center State Fairgrounds is proud to provide one of the most dynamic and unique event venues in the Midwest. Located in the heart of Columbus on a campus spanning 360 acres, the facility features more than 20 buildings — including two brand-new, state-of-the-art buildings — and offers more than 1.7 million square feet of indoor event space, plus on-site parking for 14,000 vehicles. Whether you're planning an intimate meeting or a large-scale convention, our facility's versatility makes it one of the most flexible and accommodating sites available anywhere in the region. Columbus's central location makes us easy to reach from across the Midwest. Just a short drive from Cleveland, Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, and Detroit, and within a half-day drive for half the nation's population, the Ohio Expo Center minutes from downtown and the John Glenn International Airport - making travel simple for attendees and exhibitors alike. What You'll Do The Plumber 2 serves as lead worker over lower-level trades workers in the coordination of all Ohio Expo Center (OEC) plumbing projects. Maintains and repairs all Ohio Expo Center plumbing equipment, pumps, valves, etc. Performs minor routine maintenance on all plumbing fixtures, such as flush valves, commodes, sinks, sewage lines and faucets. Works in ditches to repair valves, water mains, sewer lines, and taps in water mains, etc. Operates backhoe during sub-grade installation and pep; roughs-in sub-grade plumbing for new buildings and performs major renovation of all plumbing fixtures in existing buildings and on grounds. Completes annual winterization of seasonal restroom facilities and water lines. Installs new water lines and gas lines, working with both steel and plastic materials. Cuts and threads pipe, replaces valves, traps, thermostats, backflow preventers and other related items. Completes and submits reports to the maintenance office on a regular basis. Reads and interprets blue prints and diagrams. Annually inspects plumbing and lines in all buildings to determine the need for repair or replacement. Maintain and repair all plumbing equipment, pumps, valves, etc. Conduct periodic inspection of all pipe lines for leaks in all facilities at the OEC. Prepares estimates of material and labor costs for plumbing projects (e.g., determine amount of time to be spent on various plumbing projects, estimate man-hours for projects and establish work priorities). Requisition materials after acquiring prices from vendors for materials. Orders and maintains stock of commonly needed plumbing supplies. Assists in the set-up, maintenance, clean up and removal of events. Assists crew leader in verifying work hours or schedules. Serves as crew leader for unskilled laborers. Returns to facility on weekends and holidays for emergency calls on major plumbing problems. Attends events when assigned; works closely with person in charge of each event to make sure all program needs are met. Responsible for the thorough inspection of buildings prior to events and immediately after events. Prepares reports for Maintenance Office indicating any damages so steps can be taken to contact person in charge of event for reimbursement. Other duties as assigned.