Maintenance Plumber

Maintenance Plumber

Minimum starting salary rate: $24.06 per hour

Position: Maintenance

Assignment: Maintenance Plumber Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Maintenance Manager Lead Pay Grade: AX570/260 days Dept./School: Facility Services Date Revised: Spring 2024

Primary Purpose

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Certification

• High School Diploma/GED
• Valid Texas Driver License
• Driving record that meets the requirements of the district's insurance carrier.
• Texas State Journeyman Plumbers License or Apprentice Registration (with intent on obtaining Journeyman License)

Special Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• Proficiency in general plumbing
• Possess a positive attitude
• Minimum five years' experience in the plumbing field.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform plumbing duties necessary for installation and maintenance of plumbing in all facilities.
• Able to cut, thread and install gas lines.
• Ability to use a variety of sewer clean-out machines, as well as flare and sweat copper lines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or appropriate administrator.
• Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Detect needed repair on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection procedures. Determine sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs as indicated or according to work orders.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Office equipment, personal computer, shop and safety equipment; hand tools; power tools; light truck or van; equipment used in the plumbing field
• Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
• Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving
• Heavy lifting and carrying (50 pounds and over) daily
• Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel
• Maintain emotional control under stress

Other: All employees are to follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. This position is an in-person job and is to be performed at the location specified. It does not qualify for remote work or work from home status.