What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumber (Journeyman) - 1.0 FTE - Swing Shift - Maintenance Services position at Portland Public Schools?
Posting Timeline
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This job is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. Portland Public Schools reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.
Position Details
POSITION SUMMARY
Employees occupying positions of this class are responsible for providing plumbing services with specific responsibility for identifying repair and / or replacement needs; fabricates, assembles, installs, alters, dismantles, repairs, replaces and / or upgrades plumbing systems and related appurtenances (including but not limited to metal, plastic, ceramic, and composition), waste water systems and hydraulic systems for the transportation of solids, liquids, or gases; ensuring compliance with accessibility, health and safety codes; ensuring completion of projects in accordance with trade standards; providing information on the proper uses of equipment; assisting other skilled trades; and ensuring that tools and materials are available at the job site.
Work is typically performed alone but may be performed as a member of a team of other Plumbers or personnel from other Trades. Executes all work assignments within the constraints of authorized expenditures and applicable District standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinates with Foreman and / or Assistant Foreman and / or other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.
- Fabricates, assembles, and installs piping and tubing systems that are to conduct water, air, and other fluids, solids, or gases in and around buildings and structures, including hangers, restraints, and supports for such systems.
- Installs plumbing systems and fixtures (e.g. hot water heaters, drinking fountains, etc.) for the purpose of providing enhanced and / or upgraded capabilities.
- Maintains vehicle, tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition.
- Installs vacuum piping systems.
- Installs drainage and sewage lines (laterals) from buildings to the point of attachment to sewer mains.
- Installs distribution lines, including but not limited to gas lines.
- Installs plumbing fixtures, including but not limited to sinks, faucets, drinking fountains, and commodes, water closets, medical gas, backflow devices, and fire sprinkler systems that connect into potable water systems.
- Cuts, threads, bends, connects, and secures pipes.
- Performs welding and burning which is incidental to the work of plumbing.
- Handles and moves materials and equipment to be used by plumbers.
- Analyzes blueprints, schematics, and drawings of plumbing systems for the purpose of determining the efficient installation of new or upgraded systems.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
- Remove hazardous materials identified in the course of plumbing work, in compliance with local, state and Federal laws.
- Identify and execute mechanical system preventative maintenance (PM) procedures to prevent breakdowns, prolong equipment life and minimize interruptions impacting the customer, typically related to plumber work.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of :
Ability to :
Training and Experience :
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :
Special Requirements : Employees in this classification are required to obtain and maintain, throughout the course of employment, certification of successful completion of a Class III Asbestos Abatement course meeting EPA requirements for training local education agency maintenance and custodial staff [40 CFR 763.92(a)(2)].
Experience : Five (5) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of piping systems; OR A combination of related training and experience which equals five (5) years.
License or Certificate required : Possession of a valid state driver's license. Possession of a valid Oregon State Journeyman Plumber License.
Desired State of Oregon Credentials : An Industry Brazing Certificate is a plus.
SALARY : $46.06 / hour plus swing shift differential ($1.06 / hour) with paid 30 minute lunch period
WORK YEAR : 260 days
FTE : 1.0 (40 hours / week)
WORK SCHEDULE : Swing Shift 2 : 00 pm - 10 : 00 pm Monday - Friday
Portland Public Schools (PPS) is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead change and inspire PPS students. At PPS, every employee, despite having different roles, is an educator. We hope to attracttalented educators who model the core PPS Educator Essentials .With the District's focus on eliminating systemic racism and its adverse impact on student learning, we seek to hire individuals who bring to our district a deep commitment to racial equity and social justice.
The District is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The District prohibits discrimination based on perceived or actual race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; genderexpression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; veteran's status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service.
504 Coordinator : Marquita Guzman, mguzman@pps.net 971-393-8633
ADA Coordinator : Jey Buno, jbuno@pps.net , 503-916-3360
Title IX Program Manager : Liane O'Banion, lobanion@pps.net ,503-568-2646
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Benefits Information
Portland Public Schools (PPS) offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees.Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, 403(b) retirement savings plan and various leave and professional development programs. Depending on the insurance option selected by the employee, there may be an employee contribution toward insurance.
Portland Public Schools is a public employer and participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS / OPSRP). Eligible employees are required by statute to contribute 6% of salary on a pre-tax basis to OPSRP / IAP, after serving six months under a PERS employer.
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