CTE Construction Plumbing Teacher/Master Plumber

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the plumbing trades.
• Work with construction teacher to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods accordingly.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Cookordinate instructional activities with construction teachers of record.

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Assemble, install, maintain, and pressure test all pipes, fittings, and fixtures of wastewater systems according to specifications and codes.
• Aid in operating and maintaining wastewater system.
• Determine sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs as indicated or according to work orders.
• Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment, including sinks, commodes, water heaters, water softeners, etc.
• Repair dishwashers and kitchen equipment that incorporate gas or water consumption.
• Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
• Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
• Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
• Aids construction personnel as needed.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately.

Safety

• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately.

Student Growth And Development

• Facilitate growth and interest of trades and construction with students.
• Be a positive role model for students, support the mission of Comal ISD.

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication with teacher of record and students.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

Working Conditions

• Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying.
• Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, around electrical power lines, outside and inside.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures.
• Frequent districtwide travel.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.

Equipment Used

• Hand and power tools;
• pipe bender;
• propane torch;
• welding equipment;
• sewer rooter;
• heavy equipment, including forklift, trencher, backhoe.
• Light truck or van.