Journeyman Plumber

Reports to: Maintenance Area Supervisor

Duty Days: 261 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: A07 - 8HR

Date Revised: 01-2024

Qualifications:

Texas Driver's License

Plumbing Journeyman license

Backflow certification (preferred)

Ability to respond to emergency situations

Ability to read blueprints

Ability to use hand and power tools

Ability to climb and carry ladder and work at elevated heights

Physically able to lift 50 pounds

Ability to comprehend English (written and oral)

Primary Purpose:

Help maintain the physical school plant plumbing needs in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of it may be made at all times.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assume primary responsibility for the safe condition of pipes, drains, and plumbing fixtures in the facilities owned and operated by the district including water heaters and boilers.
• Assist Area Master Plumber relating to work orders, projects and emergency calls.
• Recognize when outside assistance is needed.
• Perform repair and/or new work as required on approved work order.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and recommend supplies and equipment for purchase.
• Practice all safety regulations related to trade.
• Report any safety hazards in a building to the supervisor.
• Examine district-owned facilities on a regular basis for purposes of preventive maintenance.
• Position may be required to work overtime or alternate work schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

Hand and power tools; pipe bender; propane torch; welding equipment; sewer rooter; heavy equipment, including forklift, jackhammer, trencher, backhoe. Light truck or van.

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, around gas lines, around fumes and toxic chemicals, outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures. Frequent districtwide travel, irregular work hours including nights and weekends.

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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.