Journeyman Plumber

Journeyman Plumber

Department: Maintenance

Job Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Maintenance Director or Assistant Maintenance Director - Maintenance

Grade/Level: Classified

Amount of Travel Required: Varies

Job Type: Regular

Positions Supervised: None

Work Schedule: 240-day contract. Hours are typically 7:00-3:30 daily with a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute breaks. However, the daily schedule may vary depending on the needs of the district.

Position Summary

Assemble, install, or repair pipes, fittings, or fixtures of heating, water, or drainage systems, according to specifications or plumbing codes.

Essential Functions

• Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment.

• Install pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers, water heaters, drinking fountains, ice machines, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets using hand or power tools.

• Keep records of work assignments.

• Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks.

• Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains.

• Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels.

• Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines.

• Review blueprints, building codes, or specifications to determine work details or procedures.

• Anchor steel supports from ceiling joists to hold pipes in place.

• Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing.

• Inspect structures to assess material or equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, or to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring.

• Install green plumbing equipment, such as faucet flow restrictors, dual-flush or pressure-assisted flush toilets, or tankless hot water heaters.

• Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes or pipe fittings, using hand or power tools.

• Recommend energy or water saving products, such as low-flow faucets or shower heads, water-saving toilets, or high-efficiency hot water heaters.

• Report to the proper authorities any cases of suspected child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.

• Report suspected bullying to building principal or designee as required by Arkansas law and district policies.

• Adhere to all District policies.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Director or Assistant Maintenance Director-Maintenance.

Position Qualifications

Competency Statement(s):

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

• Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.

• Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.

• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.

• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following district procedures.

• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

• Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.

• Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.

• Enthusiastic - Ability to bring energy to the performance of a task.

• Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.

• Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.

• Goal Oriented - Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.

• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.

• Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal.

• Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.

• Loyal - The trait of feeling a sense of duty to the employer.

• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.

• Persistence - Ability to complete tasks or continue in a course of action in spite of opposition or discouragement.

• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

• Punctuality - Ability to report to work on time on a day-to-day basis.

• Regular attendance - Exhibiting regular attendance in order to perform duties in a satisfactory manner.

• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.

• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.

• Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.

Skills & Abilities

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required

Experience: Previous plumbing experience preferred.

Computer Skills: Shall be able to demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency with computers and programs associated with the position.

Certifications & Licenses:

1. Must possess current plumber license.

Other Requirements:

1. Valid AR driver's license.

2. Successful completion of pre-employment background checks.

3. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times while around students and other staff members.

4. Observance of safety and safe working practices at all times.

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry F

Stand F

Walk F

Sit O

Manually Manipulate C

Reach Outward C

Reach Above Shoulder F

Climb F

Crawl O

Squat or Kneel F

Bend F

Grasp C

Speak F

10 lbs or less C

11-20 lbs C

21-50 lbs F

51-100 lbs F

Over 100 lbs O

Push/Pull 12 lbs or less C

13-25 lbs C

26-40 lbs C

41-100 lbs O

Other Physical Requirements:

• Vision (Near, Color, Peripheral, Depth)

• Sense of Sound - Ability to carry on normal conversations and communicate by telephone and portable radio.

• Sense of Touch

• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - As required for job assignment.

• Sense of Balance

Work Environment:

The work environment for this position is generally in a school setting with both inside and outside work. The noise level is moderate in most situations. Some exposure to extreme heat or cold may be encountered depending on the job assignment and the season of the year.