About the Role
KBR Government Solutions is seeking a skilled and experienced Plumber (Water and Fuels Systems) to join their team at Prince Sultan Air Base (PSAB) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is essential for delivering Base Operating Support-Installation (BOS-I) services to the 378th Air Expeditionary Wing (AEW), mission partners, and tenant units. The position involves the maintenance, inspection, and repair of critical plumbing, water, wastewater, fire suppression, and backflow prevention systems, contributing to operational readiness in a contingency environment. You will cooperate with and support * deployed forces and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia personnel, sharing information as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, service, and repair all aspects of plumbing systems, including water heaters, urinals, toilets, and shower units.
- Assemble, install, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures for heating, water, and drainage systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
- Assemble pipe sections, tubing, and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, and welding equipment.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings using hand and power tools.
- Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.
- Hang steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.
- Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets.
- Install underground storm, sanitary, and water piping systems and extend piping to connect fixtures and plumbing to these systems.
- Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, and fixtures in structures using measuring instruments such as rulers and levels.
- Measure, cut, and thread pipe using hand and power tools or machines such as pipe cutters and pipe-threading machines.
- Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective washers, mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains.
- Maintain knowledge of water heaters, pop-off valves or relief valves, and heating elements related to water heaters.
- Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, establish the sequence of pipe installations, and plan installations around obstructions.
- Review blueprints, building codes, and specifications to determine work details and procedures.
- Observe and follow all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment.
- Provide leadership, instruction, and guidance to lower-level craftsmen and may reassign work delegated from supervisors.
- Complete records, maintain tools and equipment, and perform various clean-up and housekeeping activities.
- Ensure the successful delivery of services to approximately 4,000 personnel.
- Perform other duties and activities as directed.
Qualifications and Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must be a * Citizen.
- Must possess a current * Driver's License.
- Must possess a * passport book with at least 13 months of remaining validity and 6 blank visa/stamp pages.
- Must have and maintain a valid * SECRET Security Clearance throughout the duration of the contract.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
- Candidate must meet CENTCOM MOD-15 theater requirements.
- Completion of USAF AFSC 3E4X1 Water and Fuels Systems Maintenance or other equivalent DOD school is highly desired.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in plumbing, water and fuels systems maintenance, inspection, and repair.
- Experience with wastewater systems and fire suppression systems.
- Knowledge of backflow prevention systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and understand plumbing codes.
- Commitment to following safety rules and procedures.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
- Pro-active, well-organized, and results-oriented approach to work.
- Experience in contingency environments and working with government contracts is highly desired.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
This is a full-time position located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 2-5 years of experience, with 4 years' experience specifically in delivering DOD Base Operating Support-Installation (BOS-I) or similar work in an overseas or contingency environment being highly desired. USAF experience is also highly desired. The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings, with potential exposure to heat, cold, dust, noise, and chemicals. Overtime and shift work may be required based on contractual needs, along with occasional to frequent travel. Employees must comply with all Federal, State, and Local regulations and published Company work rules. Task-specific work environment training may be provided. Employees must be prepared to function in a wartime or contingency environment to support * interests. Physical requirements include lifting up to 35 lbs, team lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, extended sitting or standing, stooping, stretching, and bending. Work may require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, and safety glasses, as well as Individual Protective Equipment (IPE) which may include body armor, helmets, and specialized clothing. Day-to-day physical requirements may also involve standard office activities.
4,000 - 5,500 / Month
Full-time