Plumbing

Plumber  (Multiple Positions)

JOB CLASSIFICATION
Pay grade level: Grade 12B
Compensation: $49,425 - $67,958. Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience.
Employee category: Staff
Department: Facility Services
Reports to: Maintenance Manager
FLSA status: Non-Exempt
Job Code: FF048FTNPLU        
Location: Primarily Main Campus, but any other college location as assigned by the appropriate administrator

SUMMARY
The Plumber shall be responsible for the maintenance, upkeep, and general operation of all the plumbing systems.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• Ability to maintain all Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) plumbing systems to include hot and cold-water systems, gas, sewer lines, roof, and storm drains.
• Inspect all existing systems for proper operations and make repairs to sinks, stools, urinals, water fountains, ice machines floor drains, etc., as needed.
• Maintain an inventory of tools and spare parts.
• Plan jobs with cost estimates, order materials after reviewing with the Assistant Director of Facility Services.
• Knowledge of and ability to use and operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment found in large facilities.
• Must be on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Operation of motorized maintenance equipment.
• Occupational hazards and safe working practices.
• Reading and Writing skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff, and members of the public.
• Follow written and oral instruction.
• Read simple diagrams.
• Work independently.
• Knowledge of how to use and operate hand tools, power tools, and equipment found in large facilities.
• Utilization of intermediate remodel, new construction, and large-scale residential maintenance skills.
• Ability to perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must demonstrate a commitment to and ability to work with student and faculty population.
• High energy, self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships and establish credibility with all levels of employee in the organization.
• Detail oriented.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage several projects with multiple deadlines simultaneously.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED equivalent with trade school training in related area.
• Master Plumber's license or five years’ experience in a large physical plant.
• Must have and maintain a current valid driver's license and a clear motor vehicle record.
• Ability to plan jobs with cost estimates.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with all tools related to the plumbing field, i.e., pipe threader, pipe cutter, acetylene torch, concrete saw, etc.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with copper, PVC, PEC, iron pipe and glass.
• Experience in an educational and/or community or two-year college setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift items.
 

• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
• Significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

WORK SCHEDULE
Monday through Friday 6:00 A.M. – 2:30 P.M. Must be able to work a variable schedule/hours to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours. 
 

***This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $49,425 - $67,958