Plumber for Geyser Installations

You'll sort out burst geysers, leaks and blockages for the private hospital maintenance department in Cape Town CBD. It suits someone who likes knowing exactly what a good day's work looks like.

The work is in Cape Town CBD, Western Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

• Take photos and complete the insurer's claim report after each geyser job
• Install copper, PEX and PVC piping for new bathrooms and kitchens
• Fit toilets, basins, showers and mixers to the client's chosen finishes
• Replace burst geysers and fit vacuum breakers, drip trays and pressure control valves to SANS 10254
• Install and repair soil and waste pipes to SANS 10400 Part P
• Clear blocked drains with a rodding machine and inspect lines with a drain camera

• Working knowledge of SANS 10252-1 and SANS 10254
• Able to talk politely to home owners about damage and costs
• At least 3 years as a qualified plumber, including geyser replacements
• PIRB registration as a Licensed Plumber, so you can issue plumbing CoCs
• Fit enough to lift a 150-litre geyser with a helper and work in tight roof spaces
• Code 08 licence and a clean driving record

• Fully stocked service van with a fuel card
• 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.