Maintenance IV - Plumber

About the role

To help maintain the physical school plant in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of it may be made at all times.

Responsibilities

• Accurately orders and accounts for material and labor relative to assignments.
• Maintains all safety and code requirements of the State, local and Board of Ed. guidelines.
• Recommends supplies and equipment for purchase, and maintains the inventory of district-owned hand tools, equipment, hardware, materials and supplies.
• Install, repair and maintain commercial plumbing systems and components.
• Review building plans and specifications to determine the layout for plumbing and related materials.
• Install, repair and maintain sinks, showers and toilets.
• Install, repair and maintain water heaters and conditioners.
• Install, repair and maintain plumbing fixtures, appliances and trim.
• Identify required tools and special equipment.
• Locate and mark positions for connections and fixtures.
• Install supports and hangers for pipe, fixtures and equipment.
• Assemble and install valves and fittings.
• Test pipe systems and fixtures for leaks.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Complete and follow preventive maintenance schedules.
• Handle hazardous materials in a safe manner.
• Learn and use new technology effectively.
• Legally and safely operate motorized vehicles.
• Schedule and perform routine maintenance operations.
• Handle routine and emergency maintenance situations effectively.
• Be flexible.
• Follow a time schedule.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before small groups of employees of organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Valid driver license with good driving record.
• Ability to pass a district written and physical test.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.