Plumber Master -Level 4

Primary Purpose

Responsible for the inspection, repair and installation of plumbing equipment for PISD.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Valid Texas Driver's License and meet and maintain insurance requirements of PISD
• Possess and maintain Texas State Journeyman Plumbing License
• Pass drug test and be part of a random drug testing program
• Pass criminal history check
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge and developed skill in all phases of plumbing installation and repair; Ability to read blueprints and interpret diagrams; Skilled in the maintenance and use of tools, equipment and materials of the trade; Minimum of five years plumbing experience preferred; Must be willing to acquire backflow testing license

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Performs repairs of plumbing equipment
• Installs, tests and repairs gas piping and connections
• Performs troubleshooting procedures and repair on gas operated equipment
• Removes blockages from sanitary sewer lines
• Repairs and/or replaces lift pumps, booster pumps and submersibles
• Must be able to perform necessary paperwork to process work orders
• Has a working knowledge of computer systems in regards to email, work order and time entry systems
• Participates in the preparation of cost estimates, material orders and records maintenance
• Operates excavating equipment, backhoe, trackhoe, skid-steer, etc
• Tests and repair backflow devices
• Has a working knowledge of computer systems in regards to email, work order and time entry systems
• Willing to respond to occasional after hour emergencies
• Performs other duties as directed

Equipment Used

• Pipe vises and portable stands
• Pipe cutters, burring reamers, pipe wrenches
• Flaring tools, various sealing compounds, pipe dies and taps
• Tube benders, impact tools, electrical power tools associated with the trade
• Sewer cleaning machines, pro press tools, soldering torch, trash pumps

Working Conditions

• Physical Demands: Must be able to work from ladders and elevated platforms, lift heavy items and dig ditches. Must have full use of all faculties
• Environmental Demands: Duties require working in dirty areas, as well as, outside in undesirable weather conditions, exposure to noise and vibration; exposure to direct sunlight, high temperature and high humidity. Occasionally works in a well-lighted, air conditioned building. Work environment includes electrical hazards