Maintenance Licensed Plumber

About the role

Under general supervision, maintain the flow and drainage of water, air, and other gases by assembling, installing, and repairing pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures districtwide. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all plumbing systems in district facilities.

Work conditions: Tools/equipment used include plumbing tools and equipment such as pipe bender and propane torch, hand tools, power tools, heavy equipment (forklift, trencher, backhoe), and light truck or van. Posture involves frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting, often in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Motion includes frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, overhead reaching, and frequent driving. Lifting requires heavy lifting and carrying of 45 pounds or more on a daily basis. Employees work both inside and outside on slippery or uneven surfaces, with frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and fumes, noise, vibration, electrical hazards, gas lines, machinery with moving parts, tight or enclosed spaces, and may work alone. Irregular hours, occasional prolonged hours, frequent districtwide travel, and the need to maintain emotional control under stress are expected. Regular attendance is an essential function.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, and pressure test all pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, drainage, sprinkler, and gas systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures.
• 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, and water heaters.
• Receive and complete work orders.
• Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates.
• Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.
• Evaluate and repair plumbing equipment such as flush valves, faucets, water heaters, boilers, and other plumbing equipment.
• Maintain accurate records for work order maintenance, follow preventative maintenance schedule, and respond to emergency plumbing problems.
• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.
• Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
• Respond to emergency calls as needed.
• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Abide by State and Federal laws,