Commercial Plumber (New Builds)

This insurance repair contractor in Vanderbijlpark needs a plumber who arrives on time, fixes it properly and leaves the site clean. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

The site is in Vanderbijlpark; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Replace burst geysers and fit vacuum breakers, drip trays and pressure control valves to SANS 10254
• Clear blocked drains with a rodding machine and inspect lines with a drain camera
• Install and repair soil and waste pipes to SANS 10400 Part P
• Take photos and complete the insurer's claim report after each geyser job
• Fit toilets, basins, showers and mixers to the client's chosen finishes
• Service booster pumps, pressure tanks and water storage tanks
• Trace hidden leaks using pressure tests and moisture readings

• Plumbing trade test certificate or an Occupational Certificate: Plumber (NQF 4)
• PIRB registration as a Licensed Plumber, so you can issue plumbing CoCs
• Able to talk politely to home owners about damage and costs
• Fit enough to lift a 150-litre geyser with a helper and work in tight roof spaces
• Working knowledge of SANS 10252-1 and SANS 10254
• At least 3 years as a qualified plumber, including geyser replacements

• Experience with insurance repair work and claim paperwork
• SAQCC Gas registration for LPG installations

• Call-out bonus for every after-hours job you complete
• Paid PIRB renewal fee
• Protective clothing and safety boots replaced yearly
• Cellphone allowance for job updates and photos

• Mention how many geyser replacements you do in a normal month. It is the number most plumbing managers ask about.
• Put your PIRB number at the top of your CV. Insurance contractors check it before they read anything else.