Plumbing Artisan (Hospital Maintenance)

Know your way around SANS 10254 and a geyser drip tray? The commercial building contractor in Upington wants to hear from you. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

The work is in Upington, Northern Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Work on the emergency call-out roster for after-hours bursts
• Service booster pumps, pressure tanks and water storage tanks
• Clear blocked drains with a rodding machine and inspect lines with a drain camera
• Trace hidden leaks using pressure tests and moisture readings
• Take photos and complete the insurer's claim report after each geyser job

• Able to talk politely to home owners about damage and costs
• Plumbing trade test certificate or an Occupational Certificate: Plumber (NQF 4)
• 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

• SAQCC Gas registration for LPG installations
• Drain camera and high-pressure jetting experience
• Heat pump and solar geyser installation experience

• Fully stocked service van with a fuel card
• Protective clothing and safety boots replaced yearly
• Call-out bonus for every after-hours job you complete
• Cellphone allowance for job updates and photos

• Do not list every plumbing task you have ever done. Focus on geysers, drainage and CoCs, which is what these jobs pay for.
• Mention how many geyser replacements you do in a normal month. It is the number most plumbing managers ask about.