Maintenance Worker II (Plumber)

Purpose Statement
The job of Maintenance Worker II is done for the purpose/s of providing maintenance services with specific responsibility for ensuring completion of assigned work order projects; performing a wide variety of skilled maintenance activities (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, electrical, ventilating systems, alarms, boilers, etc.); assisting other maintenance workers; and ensuring that tools and materials are available at job site.
This job reports to Maintenance Supervisor: Building and Grounds

Essential Functions

• Analyzes blue prints, schematics, and drawings for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.
• Attends educational seminars and meetings for the purpose of maintaining and upgrading job knowledge, skills and resolutions to safety issues.
• Estimates labor and materials for the purpose of obtaining materials and assigning tasks to ensure job completion.
• Fabricates equipment parts for the purpose of meeting specialty needs and/or replacing unavailable parts.
• Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with building and safety regulations.
• Installs a wide variety of materials (e.g. carpet, tile, roofing, cabinetry, drywall, plumbing, refrigeration, insulation, glass, electrical, masonry, welding, locksmithing, etc.) for the purpose of providing enhancements and/or upgrades.
• Maintains certifications as water and wastewater operator, level 1 water treatment, OSHA Class III Asbestos Training for the purpose of ensuring that the district meets all regulatory requirements.
• Maintains school buildings, ground, facilities, tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition.
• Oversees Maintenance Worker I, Substitute/ Temporary Maintenance Worker and outside contractors for the purpose of ensuring the completion of projects in a timely manner and according to specifications.
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance (e.g. boilers, freezers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing functioning of facilities.
• Performs a variety of skilled trade functions (e.g. plumbing, painting, HVAC, carpentry, etc.) for the purpose of completing projects within established time frames.
• Prepares written materials (e.g. repair status, activity logs, reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information.
• Repairs facilities, equipment and systems for the purpose of ensuring a safe working condition.
• Transports a variety of tools, equipment and supplies for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.
• Participates in meetings, workships, trainings, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions. 
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: performing skilled maintenance involving the carpentry, plumbing and electrical trades; using hand and power tools skillfully and safely; operating a variety of equipment and machinery such as various saws, planes, drill presses, sanders, jack hammers, drills, sandblasters and forklifts; operating a motor vehicles as necessary; Experience in one or more of the skilled trades; Three (3) years of skilled trades experience as a trades or maintenance worker.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.  Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods, practices, equipment and tools used in various trades including carpentry, electrical and plumbing; health and safety regulations; proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies; requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize a wide variety of types of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: understanding and following oral and written directions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others; analyzing situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action; and maintaining routine records.

Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing.  The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. 

Experience:    Job related experience within a specialized field is required.

Education:      Targeted, job related education with study in job-related area.

Equivalency:    

FLSA Status: Non-exempt                Support Staff Salary Schedule: Grade H

12 month position

Salary : $17 - $21