Skilled Plumber (Maintenance)

Skilled Plumber

Reports To: Maintenance Foreman/Energy Management Specialist

Job Summary:

Performs skilled Journeyman level work in the installation, maintenance and repair of water, waste disposal and gas. Work is performed independently under general direction and reviewed upon completion for conformity to established specifications and accepted standards and procedures of the plumbing trade.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

Performs repairs and maintenance on plumbing equipment

Installs, modifies, maintains and repairs all plumbing related equipment.

Reads and interprets blue print drawings, diagrams, sketches and schematics as they relate to the Plumbing trade.

Replaces, clans and makes repairs to flush valves and faucets; does lead caulking; wipes and tests lead joints; removes stoppage from sewer lines; cuts, seams and threads pipe; makes pipe frames and railings.

Prepares layouts and sketches of plumbing to be installed; inspects sanitary and other plumbing installations for needed repairs.

Performs trouble shooting of malfunctioning or inoperative equipment, diagnoses problems and completes repairs as necessary.

Assist HVAC technicians with plumbing related task concerning steam/gas boilers.

Performs light welding, and soft soldering.

Perform other reasonable and equitable job related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor which may or may not be within this trade.

Checks, repairs, and maintains sewage lift stations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and/or experience: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED, plus four (4) years' experience in the plumbing trade, performing most of the above mentioned duties and responsibilities. The successful completion of up to four (4) years of verifiable formal training in the trade (vocational, military, or indentured apprentice school) may be substituted for a like amount of the experience requirement. Hold a valid Alabama driver's license (Class A CDL may be required) and a Journeyman level license. Subject to drug test as required by law and school board policy and for operating school owned vehicles.

Language skills: Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Ability to communicate orally, politely and respectfully to others. Proficiency in technology and computer programs.

Physical demands: Lift objects weighing up to 100 pounds

Carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds

Standing for more than two hours at a time

Stooping and bending

Ability to reach and grasp objects

Manual dexterity or fine motor skills

Color vision, the ability to identify and distinguish colors

Ability to hear

Ability to communicate orally

Pushing or pulling

Ability to climb and work from ladders or man lifts.

Operating automobile, vehicle or van

Other physical, mental or visual ability required by the job

Work environment: Working in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels or other conditions

Working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises or muscle pulls

Professional conduct: Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, and engagement in acts that are contrary to TCSS policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system and/or violates the Alabama Code of Ethics.

FLSA status: Non-exempt

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of those in this classification.

Approved: November 24, 2015